Real Estate MBA Intern
About The Position
Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own. We are actively seeking talented Real Estate MBA Interns to join our Pacific Life Investments team for Summer 2026.Our dynamic team of real estate professionals provides high-quality commercial real estate investment through direct mortgage loan originations, equity investments, and a variety of other mortgage-backed investment vehicles. Interested candidates will be exposed to a variety of strategies, real estate asset classes, and markets as they help grow our multi-billion dollar portfolio. As a Real Estate Intern, you will play a key role on three teams during your internship: Real Estate Portfolio Management, which provides detailed oversight of PL’s investment portfolio; Mortgage Originations and Loan Underwriting, which remotely embeds you with a field office responsible for new loan production; and Equity Investments, which pursues multifamily direct acquisitions and joint ventures. Throughout the internship, you’ll gain a breadth and depth of experience as you perform research, analytical, and underwriting duties, and provide written and verbal presentations to a variety of team members. You will be invited to all investment committee meetings, participate in tailored training sessions, be paired with both an Associate and Executive mentor, and gain insight into Pacific Life’s broader investment platform beyond real estate. This opportunity will be located at our headquarters in Newport Beach, California.
Requirements
- Currently in first year of a Master’s degree in Real Estate or MBA with an emphasis in Real Estate.
- Exceptional math and analytical skills.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
- Experience in drafting and use of financial formulas in complex financial spreadsheets.
- Proficiency in software applications for real estate investment analysis including Microsoft Excel and Argus Enterprise, and the ability to quickly learn new program applications.
Nice To Haves
- Work experience in evaluation and underwriting of investment risks associated with commercial real estate is desirable.
Benefits
- Institutional investment and underwriting exposure on multiple property types, including multifamily, office, retail, industrial hotel and others.
- Risk analysis skills such as financial modeling, market research, and due diligence.
- Exposure to Pacific Life’s multiple real estate investment strategies.
- Career counseling, goal setting and information mentorship opportunities.
- Professional Development
- Executive Mentorship Program
- Collaborative Environment
- Real World Work
- Social Events
- Training and Education
- Networking and Exposure to Leadership
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
