Data-Driven Real Estate Strategy Intern

Circle K Stores Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Circle K Stores Inc. in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Real Estate Strategy & Reporting Intern to support portfolio analytics, site selection, and executive reporting.

You will work closely with Real Estate, Finance, Construction, and Operations teams to turn datasets into actionable insights. The role is in-office in Charlotte, requires enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program, strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, and a hands-on, analytical mindset with a willingness to learn how analytics

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program.
• Strong analytical and problem1 solving skills with the ability to think critically and work with large datasets.
• Working knowledge of data analysis concepts and comfort learning new tools or methodologies.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and data organization techniques.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint with the ability to communicate insights clearly and concisely.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a desire to learn how to 'tell the story' behind the data.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities.
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment.

Responsibilities

• Support real estate strategy and analytics projects through research, data development, and financial or pro forma modeling.
• Build, validate, and maintain store-level datasets used for analytics and reporting, including location attributes (latitude/longitude,) square footage, opening dates, and other key site characteristics.
• Contribute to ad-hoc analyses by leveraging store performance data, financial metrics, and market-level insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Assist in documenting processes, methodologies, and best practices related to real estate analytics and reporting.
• Support team members with coordination of communications, organization of analytical outputs, and maintenance of shared data and tools.
• Collaborate cross-functionally and participate in meetings to gain exposure to how analytics informs broader business strategy.
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Team collaboration

Self-starter

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree enrollment

Tools

SharePoint

Power BI

GIS

Google Earth

Alteryx

Job description

Circle K Stores Inc. in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Real Estate Strategy & Reporting Intern to support portfolio analytics, site selection, and executive reporting.

You will work closely with Real Estate, Finance, Construction, and Operations teams to turn datasets into actionable insights. The role is in-office in Charlotte, requires enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program, strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, and a hands-on, analytical mindset with a willingness to learn how analytics