Real Estate Assistant Internships
Real estate assistant internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience across transactions, listings, and client coordination, mentorship from working real estate professionals, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings cover Investment & Asset Management, with Marcus & Millichap, Trinity Property Consultants, and CIBC among the employers posting roles now.
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As a FedEx Intern, you will be working on projects gaining you valuable, real-world experience in a professional environment as it relates to your field of study. This intern will work on projects related to commercial real estate - with activities including but limited to reading leases, annual operating expense reconciliations, property management, and lease administration.
Location Details
The desired location for this position is Pittsburgh, PA.
Essential Functions
- Present and deliver long-term solutions that will have significant impacts to the business and/or customer experience.
- Participates in various networking and/or community service events.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Preferred Areas of Study
- Finance
- Accounting
- Engineering
Preferred Skills
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to take initiative and manage multiple priorities.
- Customer service skills
- Strong leadership skills
Immigration - Immigration sponsorship is not available for intern positions. Sponsorship may be available for full-time, exempt positions, depending on the specific role and federal regulations. Note, sponsorship is never guaranteed under any circumstances.
Minimum Education
Currently enrolled student or recent college graduate (within 6 months of graduation) at a college/university obtaining a 3.0 GPA or higher.
Degree: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Statistics or other quantitative discipline.
Minimum Experience
No experience required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to work productively and proactively, both independently or as a part of a team.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills.
Time management, organizational and multi-tasking skills necessary to work in a fast-paced environment, handling various tasks and changing priorities, while maintaining a high attention to detail and accuracy to achieve daily assignments and goals.
Verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with across business units and to all levels of management.
Ability to analyze, review, and make recommendations.
Preferred Qualifications:  
Pay Transparency:   
Pay: Salary is $25/hour for undergraduates and $30/hour for graduates. A $2,000 stipend is available for those relocating over 50 miles for an onsite or hybrid internship or co-op experience.
Additional Details: Availability to work 40 hours/week for a 10- week program, June 7th - August 13th. Resumes should include the following information: email address, phone number, name of college/university, degree, major, GPA, date of intended graduation (month & year).
For details on our comprehensive benefits, click here.
Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.
Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact recruitmentsupport@fedex.com.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
- Know Your Rights
- Pay Transparency
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Employee Polygraph Protection Act
E-Verify Program Participant: Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only). Please click below to learn more about the E-Verify program:
- E-Verify Notice (bilingual)
- Right to Work Notice (English) / (Spanish)
As a FedEx Intern, you will be working on projects gaining you valuable, real-world experience in a professional environment as it relates to your field of study. This intern will work on projects related to commercial real estate - with activities including but limited to reading leases, annual operating expense reconciliations, property management, and lease administration.
Location Details
The desired location for this position is Pittsburgh, PA.
Essential Functions
- Present and deliver long-term solutions that will have significant impacts to the business and/or customer experience.
- Participates in various networking and/or community service events.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Preferred Areas of Study
- Finance
- Accounting
- Engineering
Preferred Skills
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to take initiative and manage multiple priorities.
- Customer service skills
- Strong leadership skills
Immigration - Immigration sponsorship is not available for intern positions. Sponsorship may be available for full-time, exempt positions, depending on the specific role and federal regulations. Note, sponsorship is never guaranteed under any circumstances.
Minimum Education
Currently enrolled student or recent college graduate (within 6 months of graduation) at a college/university obtaining a 3.0 GPA or higher.
Degree: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Statistics or other quantitative discipline.
Minimum Experience
No experience required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to work productively and proactively, both independently or as a part of a team.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills.
Time management, organizational and multi-tasking skills necessary to work in a fast-paced environment, handling various tasks and changing priorities, while maintaining a high attention to detail and accuracy to achieve daily assignments and goals.
Verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with across business units and to all levels of management.
Ability to analyze, review, and make recommendations.
Preferred Qualifications:  
Pay Transparency:   
Pay: Salary is $25/hour for undergraduates and $30/hour for graduates. A $2,000 stipend is available for those relocating over 50 miles for an onsite or hybrid internship or co-op experience.
Additional Details: Availability to work 40 hours/week for a 10- week program, June 7th - August 13th. Resumes should include the following information: email address, phone number, name of college/university, degree, major, GPA, date of intended graduation (month & year).
For details on our comprehensive benefits, click here.
Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.
Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact recruitmentsupport@fedex.com.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
- Know Your Rights
- Pay Transparency
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Employee Polygraph Protection Act
E-Verify Program Participant: Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only). Please click below to learn more about the E-Verify program:
- E-Verify Notice (bilingual)
- Right to Work Notice (English) / (Spanish)
Real Estate Assistant Internship Market
Who's Hiring
- Marcus & Millichap36
- Trinity Property Consultants10
- CIBC4
- KeyBank4
- Aire Brokers4A
Top Industries Hiring
- Investment & Asset Management
Tips for Your Real Estate Assistant Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large real estate firms recruit summer interns the preceding fall, closing applications months before the start date. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to when the role begins. Check listings regularly so you catch both cycles and avoid applying after a cohort has already filled.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for real estate assistant interns expect limited work history and weigh projects instead. Documented examples, a neighborhood market analysis, a property comparison report, or a mock transaction timeline with the tools you used, give recruiters something concrete to assess before they ever look at your coursework.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured real estate internship programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to firms running smaller cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and fills gaps the fair misses.
Practice your interview format out loud before applying
Real estate assistant intern screens often include a case conversation covering a property scenario, a client situation, or a market question. Practice explaining your reasoning out loud, not just arriving at an answer, because interviewers weigh how you think through the problem as much as the conclusion you reach.
Target structured internship programs at larger employers
Many large real estate firms and property management companies run cohort or rotational programs built to train people new to the field. These programs recruit early, fill fast, and offer structured mentorship that smaller roles rarely match. Identify the ones that fit your location and interests and apply in the first wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 66% of the real estate assistant internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you sort through listings, then filter by location and work type so you're only reviewing roles you can actually take.
Real Estate Assistant Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a real estate assistant internship?
Lead with coursework and projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For real estate assistant candidates, the concrete artifact is a documented portfolio showing transaction summaries, property research reports, or market analyses with the tools you used. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a real estate assistant internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For real estate assistant interns, what actually drives it is consistent performance on real work, team headcount at the end of your cohort, and communicating interest in a return offer before your term ends. Position yourself for one without counting on it.
When should I apply for real estate assistant internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, so applications open months before the start date. Smaller firms and co-op programs post closer to when the role begins, which means openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly and applying as soon as a role goes live gives you the strongest shot.
Are real estate assistant internships paid?
Most professional real estate assistant internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, so it ranges widely. Where an employer discloses pay, you'll see it on the listing. Unpaid arrangements do exist at smaller firms, particularly those offering academic credit, so read each posting carefully before applying.
What should a real estate assistant internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that show your research, coordination, or analysis skills alongside the tools you used, property market reports, deal trackers, or client intake workflows make strong examples for real estate assistant candidates. Add relevant coursework, keep everything to one page, and list any real estate or property software you know.
Are there remote real estate assistant internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 34% of the real estate assistant internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them as soon as they post.
Can international students get real estate assistant internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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