Real Estate Intern

LONE STAR NATIONAL BANK • McAllen, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

A real estate intern assists licensed appraisers in conducting field inspections, researching comparable sales, and drafting reports while learning compliance standards. It serves as a direct pathway to accruing the knowledge required for state licensure. Assists the appraisal department in completing appraisal reviews to ensure that they meet regulatory requirements and LSNB standards.

Requirements

• A self-starting team player who possesses a High School Diploma or GED and is currently attending college towards the attainment of a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or a related field
• Aptitude for math and performing calculations, cash flow analysis and ratios
• Skills must include computer literacy in Windows, Microsoft Excel and Word
• Good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills are necessary
• Attention to detail and mental concentration are necessary for accurately performing tasks with frequent interruptions
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Must be able to work extended hours, as required

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in English and Spanish is desired

Responsibilities

• Assists licensed appraisers in evaluating property values
• Accompany the supervising appraiser on site visits
• Conducting market research, measuring and photographing properties during field visits, compiling comparable sales data, and drafting valuation reports under direct supervisor guidance.
• Participates in job specific training and other various Bank training programs, as necessary
• Maintains current knowledge of internal risk controls and loss prevention, including reporting of suspicious or unusual customer activity per Bank policy
• Maintains current knowledge and complies with all federal and state laws and regulations and all established Bank policies and procedures, including internal audit controls related to department operations
• Maintains current knowledge of all rules, regulations, and laws as they apply to BSA/OFAC/USA Patriot Act/CIP/AML

Benefits

• All employees are required to attend scheduled mandatory trainings and complete online regulatory compliance training courses applicable to their specific job function.
• All employees are encouraged to volunteer for bank sponsored activities, civic, charitable and community events and to be active in the communities we serve.

What This Job Offers

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