Valuation Intern

Partner Valuation Advisors LLC•Plano, TX

17h•Remote

About The Position

Partner Valuation Advisors (PVA) is actively hiring professionals to meet the increasing demands of our client base. Founded by nationally respected industry veterans, we are blazing a new trail in the valuation industry with the commitment to provide a better experience for our clients and our employees. We offer the excitement of a startup with the stability of an industry-leading parent company, and a culture that values innovation and fun. In this role, the intern will conduct and compile market research for senior appraisers. The intern will utilize primary and secondary sources by performing market participant surveys and compiling data from multiple online platforms: county records, GIS mapping, Costar, LandVision, and others. The intern will also maintain our property database with comparables. The intern will support our Seniors Housing team, which focuses on the valuation of senior living communities across the country. The seniors housing industry includes five primary care types and multiple pricing structures, resulting in a steep but rewarding learning curve. This variety keeps the work dynamic and intellectually engaging. This role is best suited for individuals with a strong interest in real estate appraisal and a desire to build a long-term career in the appraisal industry. While we welcome applicants from a variety of academic backgrounds, those studying Real Estate, Business, or related fields tend to align most closely with the nature of the work. This role is a remote position; in person or hybrid may be offered, based on location. The intern will work up to 29 hours per week based on deal volume. The initial internship is one semester and may be extended based on periodic performance reviews. Employment is at-will. Continuing education is central to the appraisal industry and Partner’s mission. We are committed to providing a better experience for our clients and our employees. As a part of this commitment, interns are considered for continuation in the Intern to Analyst Pipeline after completion of their first semester. For further details on the Intern to Analyst Pipeline, please ask your recruiter.

Requirements

Currently enrolled student at an accredited university (or graduate of a 4-year program)
Strong communication, written, and organizational skills
Ability to self-manage multiple projects at once
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to navigate spreadsheets efficiently, edit formatting/worksheets, and efficiently enter/manipulate data
Ability to work up to 29 hours per week during the school year
Relevant work experience in commercial real estate and/or appraisal is not required

Nice To Haves

Junior or Senior in a 4-year program, Master’s Candidate, or Graduate
Major or minor in Real Estate, Business, or Accounting. Other majors are welcome to apply, especially if they demonstrate a strong interest in real estate appraisal.
Interest, or curiosity, in pursuing a career in appraisal
Interest in advancing the appraisal industry through culture, technology, and innovation
Interest in multi-semester employment
Experience in conducting research through county records, GIS mapping, Costar, LandVision, NIC MAP, or other related industry software