NORF Companies - Real Estate Development Undergraduate Intern
About The Position
NORF Companies (NORF) was founded in 2013 by Tulane University alumni Alex Hernandez and Mike Niemtzow with a mission to drive tax-incentivized historic redevelopment and urban renewal, rooted in New Orleans and executed nationally. Since its inception, NORF has acquired over sixty properties across a diverse range of asset types and conditions, consistently delivering successful outcomes on complex, high-profile projects that others have chosen not to pursue. NORF has built a strong reputation for disciplined execution, analytical rigor, and results-driven performance. The firm is guided by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and collaboration, with a focus on delivering superior outcomes for investors while strengthening the communities in which it operates. NORF fosters a well-balanced corporate culture that values diversity, professional development, accountability, and a commitment to hard work. Through the redevelopment of historic buildings and the revitalization of underutilized neighborhoods, NORF continues to generate compelling, risk-adjusted returns for its investors while creating lasting economic and social impact. NORF is headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, with operations in Tyler, TX, and Miami. The Opportunity NORF Companies is seeking a Real Estate Development Intern to support real estate development, financial analysis, and market research initiatives based in New Orleans. This internship is designed for high-performing undergraduate business students seeking hands-on exposure to real estate investment, development strategy, and business analytics within a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment. This role is part-time to full-time during the summer and part-time during the academic year.
Requirements
- Current undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related analytical discipline
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills
- Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
- Ability to think critically, synthesize data, and communicate insights clearly
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal skills
Nice To Haves
- Junior or senior standing
- Interest in real estate, investments, or development
- Prior internship, coursework, or project experience related to finance, analytics, or strategy
- Exposure to financial modeling, underwriting, or investment analysis
Responsibilities
- Support financial and market analysis related to real estate development opportunities
- Assist with underwriting models, feasibility analysis, and investment research
- Analyze market data, demographic trends, and competitive positioning
- Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to support strategic decision-making
- Prepare professional-quality presentations, reports, and analytical summaries
- Participate in projects across the full real estate development lifecycle, from acquisition through execution
Benefits
- Pay at $17 per hour
- Direct exposure to senior leadership and real-world investment decisions
- Meaningful responsibility and professional development—not busy work
- Experience with a respected real estate development firm headquartered in New Orleans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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