Real Estate Associate Internships

Real estate associate internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience across acquisitions, asset management, and capital markets work, mentorship from working real estate associates, 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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Overview

Open roles102+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerMarcus & Millichap
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Work type66% On-site
Top industryInvestment

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Finance Intern - Commercial Real Estate (Summer 2027)
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Finance Intern - Commercial Real Estate (Summer 2027)
FedEx
Moon Township, Pennsylvania
Accounting
Business Operations
$25 - $30/hr
10,000+

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Corporate Real Estate, Workplace & Risk Management Intern
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Corporate Real Estate, Workplace & Risk Management Intern
Pratt Industries
Atlanta, Georgia
Accounting
Business Operations
Tax
5,001-10,000

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Real Estate Transaction Coordinator Intern — Licensing Track (Orlando)
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Real Estate Transaction Coordinator Intern — Licensing Track (Orlando)
Aire Brokers LLC
Austin, Texas
Account Management
Inside Sales
Sales
$90k - $120k/yr
On-Site

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Intern Real Estate
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Intern Real Estate
Labcorp
Burlington, North Carolina
Accounting
Business Operations
Tax
$19 - $22/hr
10,000+

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Intern – Real Estate Services
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Intern – Real Estate Services
Labcorp
Raleigh, North Carolina
Accounting
Business Operations
Tax
$20 - $25/hr
10,000+

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Real Estate Associate Internship Market

Who's Hiring

  • Marcus & Millichap36
  • Trinity Property Consultants10
  • CIBC4
  • KeyBank4
  • Aire Brokers4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Investment & Asset Management

Tips for Your Real Estate Associate Internship Search

Apply in the fall for summer programs

Large real estate firms, investment banks, and institutional asset managers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing their cohorts before winter break. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to start dates. Map out your target employers early so you are not chasing deadlines that have already passed.

Build a deal or analysis file before you apply

Hiring teams for real estate associate internships expect limited work history, so your proof of ability comes from documented projects. A financial model you built, a market analysis you wrote, or a case study you completed gives recruiters something concrete to evaluate. Link it or attach it wherever the application allows.

Work your campus network alongside direct applications

Campus career fairs surface structured real estate internship programs tied to your university, and professors with industry connections often know which firms recruit from your school before roles appear publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time, since most real estate internship volume sits outside formal campus pipelines.

Practice your case interview out loud before you screen

Real estate associate intern interviews typically include a case or investment analysis exercise, where you are given a property or deal scenario and asked to walk through your reasoning. Practice talking through your analysis aloud, not just arriving at a number, since interviewers weigh how you structure your thinking as much as the final recommendation.

Target structured rotational programs at larger firms

Many large real estate companies and investment managers run cohort or rotational internship programs designed to train people new to the field, rotating interns across acquisitions, asset management, and capital markets desks. These programs recruit early and fill fast, so identify the ones that fit your 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 associate internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you start reviewing openings, then filter by location and work type so you are only spending time on roles you can actually take.

Real Estate Associate Internships: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a real estate associate internship?

Lead with coursework and completed projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For real estate associate roles, a documented deal analysis, financial model, or market study gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Apply directly to open roles and attend campus career fairs, where real estate recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.

Can a real estate associate internship turn into a full-time job?

Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for real estate associate interns is consistent performance on real deal work, team headcount going into the following year, and how early you signal interest. Position yourself by treating every assignment as a full-time audition, without counting on the offer until it arrives in writing.

When should I apply for real estate associate internships?

Earlier than most candidates expect. Large real estate firms and investment shops recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often wrapping interviews before winter break. Smaller companies, regional brokerages, and co-op programs post much closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check listings regularly rather than waiting for a single seasonal push.

Are real estate associate internships paid?

Most professional real estate associate internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry segment, and location, so the range across listings is wide. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing shows it. Unpaid arrangements are uncommon at established firms but do appear at smaller or non-profit organizations.

What should a real estate associate internship resume include?

Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three documented projects showing the tools you used, the analysis you ran, and where the work can be reviewed, such as a linked financial model, a published market analysis, or a case study write-up. Add relevant coursework in real estate finance, valuation, or accounting. Keep the whole document to one page.

Are there remote real estate associate internships?

Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 34% of the real estate associate internship listings here, with the rest on-site. The share shifts as employer policies change, so the number does that work without characterization. Remote cohorts fill quickly, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.

Can international students get real estate associate 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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