Development Intern

Core Spaces•Ann Arbor, MI

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Core Space’s Development Intern will support the Development Managers to help with various project activities during the delivery of their assigned Development Project. Core Spaces (Core) is more than a real estate company, it’s a people company. Where building relationships is just as important as building properties. From researchers and architects to designers and operators, Core is made up of risk takers and dreamers who are on a mission to invent the future of living. Our six cultural values guide us every day and we strive to live them in everything we do: PUSH (Invent Better Places to Live), GRIT (We Got This), LIFT (Help Each Other Win), SHINE (Bring Your Full Self), UPHOLD (Never Break Trust), GROW (Always Get Better). Everything Core does stems from this culture of collaboration and innovation, and the drive to constantly improve the resident experience. This unique approach has led to creating spaces and services that are redefining the way people live. Founded in 2010, Core is a vertically integrated real estate investment manager focused on acquiring, developing and managing across the student housing and build-to-rent (“BTR”) sectors. Its residential communities feature world-class amenities, progressive design, and hospitality-driven service. Core’s student housing portfolio includes over 74,440 beds currently owned or managed, with a pipeline of over 53,860 beds in various stages of development. Core’s BTR division has over 3,000 homes under development, now leasing or in its pipeline in high-growth metros nationwide. For more information, visit www.corespaces.com. Portfolio and pipeline numbers as of Q2 2026.

Requirements

The ability to maintain professionalism in the face of deadlines; exhibit good listening, negotiation, and problem-solving skills; and to handle confidential information with discretion and trustworthiness.
A demonstration of strong verbal and written communication skills.
A highly motivated self-starter with a high level of personal integrity and business ethics who thrives in a team environment.
A demonstrated ability to interact with, and develop, relationships with business partners.
Excellent time management, communication, organization and personal effectiveness skills, as well as good computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, Project).

Nice To Haves

Experience with construction, architecture, engineering, or project management, is a plus

Responsibilities

Assistance with the project delivery and close-out in order to facilitate a successful completion and turnover.
Project close-out will include punch-list review/tracking/coordination, FF&E (fixtures, furnishing, and equipment) delivery/coordination/installation, unit and common area set-up, as well as assisting the Development Team and Management team during move-ins.
Beyond project close out the Development Intern may assist with review & enforcement of contractual requirements for design & construction professionals; meet with contractors, architects, engineers & consultants to review projects' status and resolve issues; review & analysis of potential changes to budget or schedule; and attend project meetings.
Occasional travel may be necessary as needed
Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned by management
Must be able to complete all physical requirements of this role with or without a reasonable accommodation