Business Operations Intern (Research, Marketing & Client Services)

Colliers; Makati; Hybrid; PHP 134,000 - 268,000; Full time

Job summary

Colliers Philippines is offering internships for motivated students eager to gain hands-on experience in professional services and commercial real estate. Interns may contribute to research, data analysis, marketing, communications, business development, client support, events management, and business operations.

Applicants will be matched to a team based on interests, strengths, academic background, and opportunities available, with hybrid or onsite arrangements depending on the team.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a related program.
• Minimum 320 internship hours (or as required by academic institution).
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and willing to learn.
• Proactive with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct online and market research.
• Maintain and update databases.
• Assist in reports and presentations.
• Attend industry events and conferences as needed.
• Support data collection and market intelligence initiatives.
• Assist in marketing and promotional activities.
• Support event planning and execution.
• Help prepare presentations and client materials.
• Conduct market and competitor research.
• Support ongoing business development initiatives.
• Assist in client meetings, site inspections, and broker activities.
• Support project coordination and administrative tasks.
• Help maintain lease and property databases.
• Assist with lease administration and documentation.
• Support day-to-day team operations.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Analytical mindset

Independent & collaborative

Microsoft Office

Education

Economics

Business Administration

Marketing

Data Analytics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

Colliers has evolved from the fastest-growing commercial real estate services firm into a global, diversified professional services and investment management company. Over the past decade, we strengthened our core with high-value growth engines, which has increased resilient earnings from 28% to 71%. The strategic additions of our highly differentiated Investment Management business in 2016 and multidisciplinary Engineering segment in 2020 have expanded our capabilities across the built asset lifecycle and further positioned Colliers for long-term value creation.

Job Description

About the Opportunity

Colliers Philippines is looking for motivated and driven interns who are eager to gain meaningful, hands‑on experience in a professional services and commercial real estate environment.

As an intern, you may have the opportunity to contribute to projects involving research, data analysis, marketing, communications, business development, client support, events management, and business operations.

Successful applicants will be matched to a team based on their interests, strengths, academic background, and available opportunities.

Research & Market Intelligence

For students who enjoy research, analytics, and data-driven work.

• Conduct online and market research
• Maintain and update databases
• Assist in reports and presentations
• Attend industry events and conferences as needed
• Support data collection and market intelligence initiatives

Business Development & Events

For students interested in marketing, client engagement, and event coordination.

• Assist in marketing and promotional activities
• Support event planning and execution
• Help prepare presentations and client materials
• Conduct market and competitor research
• Support ongoing business development initiatives

Marketing & Communications

For students passionate about digital marketing, branding, and content creation.

• Support digital and traditional marketing campaigns
• Assist in content development and marketing materials
• Help organize company events and activations
• Conduct contact and market research
• Maintain marketing databases and mailing lists

Client Services & Business Operations

For students interested in client-facing work, account support, and business processes.

• Assist in client meetings, site inspections, and broker activities
• Support project coordination and administrative tasks
• Help maintain lease and property databases
• Assist with lease administration and documentation
• Support day‑to‑day team operations

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Economics, Business Administration, Business Management, Business Economics, Marketing, Data Analytics, Real Estate Management, Urban Planning, Communications, Accounting, Finance, or any related program
• Both academic and voluntary interns are welcome to apply
• Must be able to render a minimum of 320 internship hours (or more, if required by the academic institution)
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and willing to learn
• Proactive with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Work Arrangement

• Hybrid or onsite, depending on team assignment
• Work schedule and onsite requirements may vary based on business needs and departmental guidelines

Additional Information

What's In It For You?

• Gain hands‑on experience in a leading commercial real estate and professional services firm
• Work on real-world projects across research, marketing, business development, client services, and business operations
• Develop practical skills in research, data analysis, communications, event management, and business processes
• Work alongside experienced professionals and industry leaders
• Gain exposure to various property sectors and business functions within the commercial real estate industry
• Attend company, client, and industry events as applicable
• Expand your professional network and explore potential career paths within the industry
• Receive mentorship, guidance, and practical learning opportunities throughout the internship

High‑performing interns may be considered for future internship opportunities, project‑based engagements, or priority consideration for entry‑level openings, subject to business requirements and available vacancies.

Make your next move an expert one and join us as we lead the industry into the future.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are fundamental to our enterprising culture. As a Colliers professional, you’ll work with collaborative teams comprised of people with different abilities, skills, and backgrounds where everyone is encouraged to bring their ideas, talents, capabilities, and experiences to the table.

Colliers provides equal opportunity in all employment practices.