Growth Associate Intern 2026 - New York

JLL•New York, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. About JLL Technologies (JLLT): JLL Technologies is a specialized group within JLL. We deliver unparalleled digital advisory, implementation, and services solutions to organizations globally. We provide best-in-class technologies to bring digital ambitions to life aligning technology, people and processes. Our goal is to leverage technology to increase the value and liquidity of the world's buildings, while enhancing the productivity and the happiness of those that occupy them. About JLL Spark Global Ventures (‘Spark’): JLL Spark Global Ventures is the strategic investment arm of JLL, situated in JLLT, with a mission to deliver game changing, technology-enabled innovation to the commercial real estate industry. JLL Spark has invested more than $425 million in more than 55 early-stage PropTech startups—from IoT sensors to investment platforms and more. What the job involves: We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Summer Intern to join our JLL Spark Growth team. As a key member of our team, you will be supporting the needs of our portfolio companies with internal stakeholders across all JLL business lines. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in the commercial real estate industry while contributing to the growth and success of innovative PropTech startups.

Requirements

Actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business or related field with a strong interest in commercial real estate
Positive attitude, self-motivation, and collaborative
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work cross-functionally across different operational groups
Experience in a commercial real estate related role, potentially complemented by experience in areas where relationship management was critical (e.g. partnerships, corporate development, management consulting, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to multi-task and project-manage key relationships
Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative information
Must be proactive and creative
Demonstrated strong interest in emerging technologies like AI, data science, blockchain, sensors, etc.
Permanent US work authorization required.

Responsibilities

Learn about and develop expertise in the commercial real estate industry
Research and identify revenue-generating opportunities for portfolio companies within JLL and the broader commercial real estate industry
Work with internal stakeholders to identify key strategic priorities
Coordinate and execute strategic projects and portfolio support
Develop and lead the execution of a new tech delivery and reporting process
Create presentation materials for internal and external audiences for both strategic partners and Spark’s portfolio companies
Coordinate and maintain metrics reporting for growth activities with portfolio companies