2027 Early Talent Rotational Program: Nuveen Real Estate

TIAA•Charlotte, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Analyst, Nuveen Real Estate Program is an early career opportunity designed for individuals interested in commercial real estate investing and portfolio management. Through rotational assignments across the real estate platform, associates develop a broad understanding of the investment lifecycle while gaining experience in areas such as acquisitions, asset management, research, sustainability, portfolio management, and debt investments. The program combines hands-on project work, professional development, mentorship, and senior leadership interaction to prepare associates for long-term careers within Nuveen Real Estate. The Nuveen Real Estate Program is designed to develop future real estate investment professionals through a structured combination of hands-on experience, technical training, mentorship, and exposure to key functions across the Nuveen Real Estate platform. Associates build foundational commercial real estate knowledge while working alongside experienced professionals and gaining broad visibility into the real estate investment business. During the program, associates primarily support Portfolio Management while gaining exposure to other areas of the business, including Fund Finance, Client Services & Investor Relations, Sector Teams, and Data Governance. Associates participate in meaningful projects that support investment activities, portfolio operations, business processes, reporting, and strategic initiatives across the platform. Rotational assignments and exposure opportunities are determined based on business needs and organizational priorities and are not guaranteed. The program includes structured learning and development opportunities designed to build foundational commercial real estate, financial, and business knowledge. During their first months with the firm, associates participate in a combination of formal training, technical upskilling, mentorship, and hands-on learning experiences. Development opportunities may include Advanced Excel, AI tools, data governance platforms, Yardi, Workiva, and other industry-relevant technologies. Associates receive ongoing performance feedback, professional coaching, and mentorship throughout the program. As associates progress through the program, they deepen their understanding of Portfolio Management and the broader real estate investment business while expanding their professional network and industry expertise. The program is designed to prepare high-performing associates for long-term career opportunities within Nuveen Real Estate, with final placement decisions determined based on business needs, individual performance, and available opportunities.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Required
No Experience Required
Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work
Must have authorization to work in the U.S., and not require current or future work visa sponsorship to retain authorization to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Participation in TIAA’s Summer Associate Internship Program
Accountability
Adaptability
Business Acumen
Collaboration
Communication
Consultative Communication
Data Analysis
Influence
Market/Industry Dynamics
Problem Solving
Relationship Management

Responsibilities

Support Portfolio Management while gaining exposure to other areas of the business, including Fund Finance, Client Services & Investor Relations, Sector Teams, and Data Governance.
Participate in meaningful projects that support investment activities, portfolio operations, business processes, reporting, and strategic initiatives across the platform.
Build foundational commercial real estate knowledge while working alongside experienced professionals.
Gain broad visibility into the real estate investment business.
Receive ongoing performance feedback, professional coaching, and mentorship throughout the program.
Deepen understanding of Portfolio Management and the broader real estate investment business.
Expand professional network and industry expertise.