What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Intern 2025 position at Transwestern?
The privately held Transwestern companies have been delivering a higher level of personalized service and innovative real estate solutions since 1978. Through an integrated, customized approach that begins with good ideas, the firm drives value for clients, investors, and partners across commercial real estate services, development, investment management, and opportunistic endeavors for high-net worth investors. Operating from 33 U.S. offices, Transwestern extends its platform capabilities globally in an additional 31 countries through strategic alliance partners whose unique geographic, cultural, and business expertise fuels creative solutions.
Part of the Transwestern companies, Transwestern Real Estate Services (TRS) strives to add value for investors, owners, and occupiers across all commercial property types. Fueled by a holistic perspective of the real estate life cycle, agility and creativity are hallmarks of our approach, while vast national resources and sound market intelligence underpin customized recommendations and property solutions.
Our firm's award-winning culture and reputation for exceptional service are built on a common purpose – Empowering Good People to do Extraordinary Things Together . This unique approach, reinforced by the hiring of smart, passionate, hard-working people who understand the benefits of both collaboration and independence, create value for our team members and clients every day.
POSITION SUMMARY :
The Summer Intern will participate in a comprehensive 8-week internship program designed to incorporate all facets of commercial real estate, alongside a talented group of professionals. The Summer Intern will gain valuable insight into the commercial real estate industry while being exposed to multiple lines of business over the course of the summer. The goal of the summer internship program is to provide a strong foundation to accelerate the intern's commercial real estate career.
POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
Exposure to each line of business, including agency leasing, development, investment services, property and facility management and tenant advisory services.
Work on a combination of individual and group projects.
Participate in coursework, including research and leasing classes.
Assist with senior level brokerage services / real estate professionals in developing relationships and serving the needs of clients.
Learn how to canvass an office submarket.
Learn how to use CoStar & LoopNet.
Create property analysis, edit proposals and RFPs, and client presentations.
Research tenants and landlords for specific submarkets.
Participate in team meetings.
Utilize company systems to conduct research and clean-up projects.
Gain knowledge in all areas of property management; Leasing, financials, operations, and maintenance.
Attend commercial real estate industry events.
Assist with departmental filing and tracking systems.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS :
For the remainder of the Summer Internship Program, interns will be in key participating markets : Atlanta, Austin / San Antonio, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Minneapolis, Washington DC.
Each office will determine the in-office presence schedule accordingly.
Rising Senior, working towards a bachelor's degree with emphasis in real estate, business management or related field.
Minimum GPA : 3.0 on a 4.0 scale preferred.
Internship experience in Commercial Real Estate a plus but not necessary.
Demonstrate financial analytical and quantitative skill.
Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret documents.
Ability to effectively present information.
Ability to provide general direction / be self-managed / work independently.
Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable, and courteous service to internal and external clients.
An aptitude for sales prospecting through a variety of techniques including telephone and in person.
Ability to keep information and internal communications confidential.
Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to travel as necessary according to business needs.
WORK SHIFT : LOCATION :
Chicago, IL
Transwestern's Guiding Principles are woven into the fabric of our firm and underscore the value of each individual team member. We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion – not only as the right thing to do, but as a reflection of who we are. It is our responsibility and heartfelt desire to create an environment that elevates the human spirit and brings out the best in everyone. Transwestern offers an exciting work environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits, which include medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a 401(K) plan. Transwestern is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please note that all candidates selected for an offer of employment are subject to pre-employment background checks, which may include but are not limited to, based on the role for which they have been selected : criminal history, education verification, social media review, motor vehicle records, credit history, and professional license verification. In addition, your employment with Transwestern is subject to successfully passing a drug screen check prior to your starting with the Company along with satisfactory references.
We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have your story. We want to hear it. We encourage you to apply today so that you may become a part of the Transwestern story.
