Summer Associate Intern - Development

Hines - Houston, TX

Full-time - Intern

Houston, TX

1,001-5,000 employees

Real Estate

About the position

The Summer Associate Intern at Hines will support senior management in various aspects of real estate investment and development projects, as well as asset management of operating properties. This role is designed for individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in the real estate sector, contributing to project completion, financial analysis, and market opportunity assessments.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior management with real estate investment and development projects.
• Provide administrative and financial support to ensure project completion and underwriting new market opportunities.
• Participate in the management of development projects including feasibility analysis, entitlement processes, financing, design, contracting, and construction management.
• Engage in asset management of existing properties, including tenant and investor relations.
• Perform financial analysis of acquisitions and development opportunities using Argus and Excel software.
• Monitor project budgets and schedules for variances and oversee contractor payments.
• Assist in leasing properties and review lease documents with legal counsel.
• Facilitate marketing of projects to investors and ensure proper documentation of project agreements.
• Monitor information flow regarding project design among stakeholders.
• Work with personnel to design and implement marketing plans.
• Develop awareness of market opportunities and support project design and site selection activities.
• Serve as a member of various project teams as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree; MBA strongly preferred.
• Three or more years of work experience with a professional organization.
• Two or more years of related experience in real estate or financial analysis.
• Ability to analyze real estate and industry trends strategically.
• Strong numerical and financial calculation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to exchange ideas effectively.
• Creative thinking and ability to contribute to project success.
• Strong initiative and ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Ability to maintain a cooperative working atmosphere among staff.
• Proficient in leveraging technology to perform job functions.
• High degree of integrity and ability to withstand long working hours.
• Ability to walk around project sites and visually review correspondence and reports.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in project success within a professional organization.
• Familiarity with real estate market trends and data analysis.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training and development programs.
• Competitive compensation packages.
• Robust benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.
• Generous vacation packages.