2027 Summer Internship – Human Resources

Jobvite, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Heitman 2027 Summer Internship Program in our Human Resources department offers a path to explore real estate investing and HR operations. Rising seniors will gain hands-on exposure to investor reporting, data management, and HR processes in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Participants receive immersive onboarding, work on live projects across departments, and build skills in analytics, communication, and problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Rising Senior pursuing an undergraduate degree in a related field.
• Strong project and time management skills.
• Love collaboration across multiple departments.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills applied in school or business.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support core Human Resources functions (policies, compliance, HRIS administration).
• Assist with reporting, data management and employee programs.
• Collaborate on projects related to total rewards, wellness and process improvement.

Skills

Project management

Time management

Collaborative work

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Rising Senior (US college/university)

Pursuing HR/Psychology/Business degree

Job description

This Opportunity

Heitman is seeking a rising Junior to join our 2027 Summer Internship Program in our Human Resources department. This team is responsible for investor reporting and analysis and is a great place to start your career in real estate and gain experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment!

Why Join Our Internship Program?

• Explore Career Opportunities - We offer commercial real estate internship opportunities across our investment divisions and operational functions
• Intern Training - Participate in an immersive onboarding and training program designed to bring our collaborative investment process to life
• Network - Interact with senior executives and collaborate with employees across departments and regions. Start to build relationships and find mentors within Heitman that you can leverage throughout your career
• Gain Experience - Work on a wide range of live projects designed to challenge you and develop your professional skills
• Capstone Project - Collaborate with your cohort to complete a project with real world application and experience first-hand what it takes to be a successful real estate investment manager

Department Description:

Human Resources – Gain broad HR exposure supporting core Human Resources functions, including HR policies and compliance, HRIS administration and support, reporting and data management, employee programs and other HR Generalist tasks and responsibilities. Partner on projects related to total rewards, wellness initiatives, engagement, and process improvement while developing an understanding of how HR supports business strategy and operations across the organization. This role is in office 5 days a week.

Qualifications:

• You are a rising Senior at a US based college/university
• Working towards a degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Organizational Leadership, Business, or other related majors
• Strong project and time management skills
• Love collaboration–working together across multiple departments
• Problem solving experience leveraging your analytical and critical thinking skills in school and/or business
• A “think outside the box” mindset –with a desire to brainstorm creative solutions in our ever-changing industry
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Job Location

• This position is based in our Chicago office.

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The Firm

Founded in 1966, Heitman is a global real estate investment management firm. Our mission is to lead the evolution of real estate through investments that fulfill the needs of people and communities in a world of constant change. To learn more about our organization and culture, click here.

Total Rewards (Compensation):

At Heitman, we believe that our success is driven by the success of our team members. That's why we use market data to ensure competitive compensation for every role, reflecting our commitment to investing in our team. When we grow, you grow!

The expected hourly rate for this role is $25/hr and will be further discussed during the interview process. This range represents what Heitman reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay a qualified candidate for this role at the time of posting.

Additional Information

Candidates applying for roles requiring travel must hold a valid, non-expired driver’s license.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Heitman is an equal employment opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, physical, medical or mental disability or condition (including, without limitation, HIV and AIDS), developmental disability, handicap, denial of family and medical care leave, denial of pregnancy leave, domestic partner status, status as a victim of sexual or domestic violence (or familial relationship to such victim), veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, arrest records, citizenship status, criminal history that has been expunged, unfavorable discharge from the military, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.