Real Estate Specialist Internships
Real estate specialist internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience in property analysis, market research, and client transactions, alongside mentorship from working real estate specialists, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across 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 Specialist Internship Market
Who's Hiring
- Marcus & Millichap36
- Trinity Property Consultants10
- CIBC4
- Aire Brokers4A
- KeyBank3
Top Industries Hiring
- Investment & Asset Management
Tips for Your Real Estate Specialist Internship Search
Apply months before the start date
Large commercial real estate firms and corporate real estate departments recruit summer interns the preceding fall and close offers well before the new year. Smaller brokerages and co-op programs post closer to their start dates. Check listings consistently across the full calendar year rather than waiting for a single hiring window.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams expect limited work history from intern candidates, so give them something tangible to assess instead. For real estate specialist roles, that means a documented property valuation, market analysis, or comparable-sales report that shows your process, the tools you used, and your conclusions. A shareable link or PDF carries more weight than a list of coursework alone.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured real estate internship programs tied directly to your university, and professors with industry connections often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to firms running smaller cohorts at the same time, since widening both channels together reaches employers your campus pipeline misses.
Practice your interview format out loud before applying
Real estate specialist intern screens often include a case-style exercise, a property analysis walkthrough, or a market-sizing conversation. Practice talking through your reasoning out loud, not just arriving at an answer, because interviewers weigh how you think as much as the final conclusion. Record yourself once to catch gaps in your explanation before the real screen.
Target structured real estate internship programs early
Larger real estate investment firms, REITs, and commercial brokerage houses run cohort-based internship programs designed to train people new to the field. These programs recruit on a fixed schedule, often in the fall for summer starts, and fill their seats in the first application wave. Identify the programs that fit your target segment and get your materials in before the first deadline.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 67% of the real estate specialist internships listed here. Decide what you can commit to before you start sorting listings, then filter by location and work type so you are not spending time on roles you cannot take. Filtering first also helps you apply faster when a strong match appears.
Real Estate Specialist Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a real estate specialist internship?
Lead with coursework, completed property analysis projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For real estate specialist candidates, a documented market analysis, valuation write-up, or comparable-sales report gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a real estate specialist 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 specialist interns is performance on real work, available headcount on the team, and how early you signal interest in returning. Position for a return offer by owning your assignments fully and building relationships, without counting on conversion as the default outcome.
When should I apply for real estate specialist internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large commercial real estate firms and corporate real estate departments recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often wrapping offers before January. Smaller brokerages, property management companies, and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings consistently rather than waiting for a single hiring season puts you ahead of candidates who start late.
Are real estate specialist internships paid?
Most professional real estate specialist internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry segment, and location, and listings show it where the employer discloses it. Some nonprofit or government real estate programs do offer unpaid or stipend-based roles, so read each listing carefully before applying.
What should a real estate specialist internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects showing the tools and methods you used, such as a property valuation model, market research report, or lease analysis, and link to any work you can share publicly. Add relevant coursework in real estate finance, appraisal, or urban planning. Keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote real estate specialist internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 33% of the real estate specialist internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
Can international students get real estate specialist 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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