2027 Sales & Brokerage Intern - Summer (Mid Atlantic)

CBRE; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 52,724,000; Part time

Job summary

CBRE offers an internship designed for current college students aiming to start a career in commercial real estate. You will conduct targeted research, manage a prospects database, and help develop marketing materials while observing market trends and supporting business development initiatives.

You’ll gain exposure to tools like Argus, Salesforce and Tableau, with hands-on experience in deal support and market analysis.

Qualifications

• Current college junior, senior, or graduate level student.
• Desire to work in the commercial real estate industry.
• Experience with MS Office with intermediate knowledge of Word and Excel.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Ability to network and interact professionally with internal and external clients in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Familiarity with Argus, Salesforce and Tableau is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct company, property and industry-specific research.
• Lead and update prospects in an internal tracking database.
• Assist in developing and preparing marketing and presentation materials.
• Track local and regional activity, e.g., economy, employment statistics, company activity, industry trends and demographics that affect the local real estate market.
• Contribute to projects in support of business development.
• Provide support with current deals, including market surveys, proposal reviews and summaries, lease reviews, financial analysis.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

Word

Presentation skills

Research

Networking

Analytical thinking

Written & verbal communication

Independent & collaborative work

Argus

Salesforce

Tableau

Education

Enrolled college student

Undergrad or grad student

Tools

Argus

Salesforce

Tableau

Job description

About The Role

This internship is designed for current college students, undergraduate or graduate seeking a career in commercial real estate. Participation in the program provides a well-rounded foundation of the commercial real estate business where you will learn valuable skills, earned by working alongside dedicated professionals in the largest and most successful global commercial real estate services firm.

This internship is designed for current college students, undergraduate or graduate seeking a career in commercial real estate. Participation in the program provides a well-rounded foundation of the commercial real estate business where you will learn valuable skills, earned by working alongside dedicated professionals in the largest and most successful global commercial real estate services firm.

The internship accelerates your learning and development by providing you with a strong foundation upon which to build your commercial real estate sales career. The program provides you with an outstanding perspective on our coordinated service lines. As a program participant, you will also partake in learning and development activities designed especially for you.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct company, property and industry-specific research
• Lead and update prospects in an internal tracking database
• Assist in developing and preparing marketing and presentation materials
• Track local and regional activity, e.g., economy, employment statistics, company activity, industry trends and demographics that affect the local real estate market
• Contribute to projects in support of business development
• Provide support with current deals, including market surveys, proposal reviews and summaries, lease reviews, financial analysis

Internship Dates: June 7, 2027 – July 30, 2027

Locations: Washington DC; Baltimore, MD; Tysons, VA (in person)

• We do not offer relocation assistance or provide local housing over the summer.

What You’ll Need

• This internship is designed for candidates with a strong academic background. Applicants should be self-motivated, creative and focused, seeking to excel in the commercial real estate industry.
• Current college junior, senior, or graduate level student
• Desire to work in the commercial real estate industry
• Experience with MS Office with intermediate knowledge of Word and Excel
• Strong presentation skills
• Ability to network and interact professionally with internal and external clients in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Familiarity with Argus, Salesforce and Tableau is a plus

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States, without immigration support or visa sponsorship from CBRE now or in the future. This includes international student immigration support (such as J-1, F-1 CPT letter or STEM OPT Training Plan), visa sponsorship for employment (H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, or TN), and EAD holders that will need longer term employment authorization (temporary work visa or permanent residency.

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE you will have the support and resources of a global firm where an entrepreneurial mentality is encouraged. You'll realize your potential with exciting work, fast-paced assignments, an environment of constant learning and dedication to results! To enable your success, we provide the best tools, training and leaders in the industry.

Our culture is built on our RISE values and reflects the needs and perspectives of our clients and our people. Our work is guided by our North Star: Crafting the real estate solutions of tomorrow, so businesses and people thrive.

About CBRE Group, Inc.

CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.

Washington DC Residents: CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training and experience. The minimum salary for the Intern position is $18.00 per hour and the maximum salary for the Intern position is $18.40 per hour. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).