Real Estate Acquisition & Rehab Intern / Fellow

MRA Recruiting Services • Milwaukee, WI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Acts Housing is offering a paid, 12-week learning opportunity in Milwaukee for people interested in real estate, property acquisition, and residential redevelopment. Working alongside Acts Homes leadership and experienced Construction Managers, the intern or fellow will gain exposure to the process of evaluating and purchasing residential properties, planning and coordinating renovations, and preparing homes for affordable homeownership. The opportunity combines office work with visits to properties undergoing evaluation and rehabilitation, where participants observe projects and take part in day-to-day activities.

No prior construction or real estate experience or college degree is required. The position is temporary and begins in December 2026. It offers a flexible schedule of 20–40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, within standard office hours of 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Work takes place in the Milwaukee office and at residential properties throughout the area. Regular travel to job sites is required, along with a valid driver's license and access to a registered, insured vehicle. Property visits involve walking through homes under renovation, navigating uneven surfaces, and climbing stairs. The position is not eligible for employee benefits.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer proficiency, including spreadsheets.
• Willingness to learn and work collaboratively.
• Interest in Milwaukee neighborhoods and community revitalization.
• Valid driver's license and access to a registered, insured vehicle, as regular travel to job sites is required.
• Ability to walk through homes under renovation, navigate uneven surfaces, and climb stairs.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in real estate, business, finance, property management, construction management, or community development.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in property evaluations and learn how potential acquisitions are analyzed.
• Gain exposure to real estate underwriting and property purchase decisions.
• Visit homes undergoing renovation and learn how rehabilitation projects are planned and managed.
• Assist with documenting property conditions and developing renovation scopes of work.
• Learn how contractors are coordinated and how project budgets, schedules, invoices, and costs are tracked.
• Assist with project documentation, reporting, and other real estate and construction management activities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED