Asset Management and Acquisitions Intern

The BAM Companies•Carmel, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Asset Management and Acquisitions Intern works closely with the Vice President of Asset Management and the Director of Acquisitions to support The BAM Companies’ growth and development. The ten-week program focuses on asset management and acquisitions while also providing exposure to other facets of the business, including people management, property management operations, and on-site technology systems. The intern will learn about capital investment and the management of multifamily apartment assets through projects and guidance from company leaders. The role calls for someone who is teachable, adaptable to changing information, comfortable taking on new tasks and challenges, and able to think creatively about solutions. The internship is full-time for ten weeks, with student school schedules able to determine availability and hours worked. The preferred schedule is 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Eastern, Monday through Friday, at company headquarters. The position is primarily a local business-day assignment; optional out-of-area travel to multifamily properties may be available.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Be a rising junior or senior on track to earn a bachelor’s degree.
Currently pursuing a degree in real estate, finance, business administration, economics, or a related field, with a strong academic record.
Proficiency with Google Suite or Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.
Excellent research and data analysis capabilities.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with real estate valuation methods and financial concepts.
Interest in multifamily real estate.
Availability to work the company’s business hours from its headquarters; the preferred schedule is 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Eastern, Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

Support acquisitions and dispositions activities, including underwriting potential acquisitions, compiling and digesting market data, and reviewing and facilitating due diligence.
Help craft budget templates and processes for 2026.
Gain on-site experience at BAM apartment communities.
Shadow and complete projects for finance, accounting, and other departments.
Conduct ad hoc analyses and special projects, including cost-benefit analyses of expenses, contracts, and systems.
Conduct market research and rent and sale comparisons.
Present a capstone presentation at the end of the program.
Review property financials and narratives monthly.
Understand current asset performance and how success is measured across the portfolio.
Help maintain a checklist of recurring items and facilitate their completion.
Analyze competing properties and assess their impact on acquisition and asset management strategies.
Compile and present research findings to support strategic decisions.
Identify key opportunities and proactively initiate analyses and projects to uncover insights.
Communicate effectively across organizational levels through verbal and written communication.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively with a sense of urgency.
Develop and deliver effective presentations.