Hamilton Zanze Wheel Intern
About The Position
The Hamilton Zanze Wheel Program is a twelve month, full-time rotational internship designed to provide hands-on exposure to the core functions of real estate investment and asset management. Interns rotate through five departments - Transactions, Asset Management and Project & Risk Management, Data Analysis, Investor Relations, and Accounting & Finance - gaining a comprehensive understanding of how each team contributes to the firm's operations and investment strategy. Through project-based work, mentorship, and structured learning, interns will build technical skills, industry knowledge, and strategic thinking while actively contributing to the business. At the program's conclusion, the intern will complete a self-evaluation and participate in a roundtable with department heads and mentors to review performance, program feedback, and potential full-time employment opportunities within the firm.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in real estate, finance, business, economics, communications, or a related field
- Genuine interest in real estate investment
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and written communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; interest in financial modeling
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency in SQL, Python, and Tableau
Responsibilities
- Underwrite new deals and conduct market research across target markets
- Analyze property income statements, rent rolls, and sale and rent comparables
- Assist in preparing investment two-pagers and business plans
- Track the deal pipeline and review property valuations and broker opinions of value
- Review loan documents and support closing processes on acquisitions, dispositions, and refinances
- Reviewing monthly financials and comparing budgeted versus actual performance
- Participating in calls with third-party property management companies
- Assisting with capital expenditure project completion and coordination
- Conducting preliminary property valuations and portfolio reviews
- Learning the tools used for portfolio review, valuation, and marketing efforts
- Review due diligence materials related to acquisitions, including physical inspection reports and environmental assessments
- Support risk identification and monitoring at the property and portfolio level
- Gain exposure to insurance, warranty, and vendor management processes
- Working extensively in Excel and building proficiency in SQL, Python, and Tableau
- Supporting data management and research projects across the portfolio
- Developing qualitative skills including stakeholder management, requirements gathering, and user story development
- Gaining exposure to project management practices and cross-functional collaboration
- Assist with outbound investor communication, including calls related to vesting changes, resale shares, distribution questions, and transaction updates
- Support written communication, including quarterly property journals and property review letters
- Gain exposure to capital raising, investor reporting, and the marketing and branding strategies that support investor engagement
- Processing entity-level changes such as investor transfers, trust assignments, and resale share transactions
- Supporting data management and maintenance of the portfolio valuation file
- Gaining exposure to distribution workflows and accurate roster maintenance at the entity level
Benefits
- $34/hour
- Paid Sick Leave (PSL) in accordance with San Francisco local ordinances.
- Exposure to industry professionals and real-world projects.
- Professional development and networking opportunities.
- Hands-on mentorship and career guidance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
