Development Intern

Kids for the Future; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real-World Experience

Mentorship

Growth and Learning

Job summary

The Garrett Companies is seeking a Development Intern to support the design, entitlement, and due diligence processes for multifamily projects. You will assist in zoning research, site plan reviews, and coordinating with consultants and engineers to move developments forward.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a related degree, proficient in Microsoft Office, with strong verbal and written communication, and a willingness to learn through hands-on mentorship and real-world assignments.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Real Estate, Architecture, Urban Planning or related field.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Experience with marketing, public speaking and presentations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the Development team through design, entitlement, and due diligence phases.
• Research zoning codes, land use policies, and assist with entitlement submittals.
• Review site plans, track applications, and coordinate with consultants, architects, and engineers.
• Compile property reports, surveys, and environmental assessments.
• Assist in analyzing site feasibility (access, utilities, topography).
• Assist with title reviews, impact fee budgets, and due diligence checklists.
• Abstract key dates and help manage project schedules; use MS Project and Monday.com.
• Prepare presentations, attend team meetings, and support day-to-day tasks.

Skills

Excel

Macros

PowerPoint

Web research

Written communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's/Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Base Pay $21.00 / Hour

About Us:

The Garrett Companies is a full-service multifamily development, construction, and property management team with offices in Denver (CO), Indianapolis (IN), and Nashville (TN).

We develop, build, and manage multifamily projects in 22 states — working together at every level to become the most successful multifamily developers in the country. Our superior strategies and award-winning culture span across 18,000+ apartments to date, and our expert trend forecasting helps us deliver living options that quickly find success in their unique markets. To make living and investing in our properties even better, we pair that expertise with mixed-use, retail, office, and restaurant development through trusted partners and in-house brands.

At The Garrett Companies, we are passionate about turning visions into reality! As leaders in the multifamily industry, we pride ourselves in creating communities that positively impact the markets we are in, and our residents can proudly call home.

What You’ll be Doing:

The Development Intern will serve as a support resource for the Development team during the design and entitlement process, specifically after site identification.

Major Objectives:

• ·Track a working list of development tasks and efficiently work them to completion.
• ·Identify ways to systemize reoccurring tasks and implement improvements related to such.
• ·Research topics and summarize findings as they relate to specific project needs.
• ·Learn about the process of development and be assigned tasks that could involve design management, risk assessment, contract and schedule management.
• ·Be a problem solver. As a member of the Development team of The Garrett Companies, we solve problems.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

• ·Support the Development team throughout the design, entitlement, and due diligence phases.
• ·Research zoning codes, land use policies, and assist with entitlement submittals.
• ·Review site plans, track applications, and coordinate with consultants, architects, and engineers for required materials
• ·Compile and review property reports, surveys, and environmental assessments
• ·Assist in analyzing site feasibility (e.g., access, utilities, topography)
• ·Assist with title reviews, impact fee budgets, and due diligence checklists.
• ·Abstract key dates from agreements and help manage project schedules.
• ·Use Microsoft Project and Monday.com to support tracking and reporting.
• ·Prepare presentations, attend team meetings, and support day-to-day tasks.
• ·Assist with administrative tasks related to project management

What We’re Looking For:

You are driven, actively demonstrating your willingness to learn from both from the internship program curriculum and from the team of professionals you will work alongside. You are:

• A Passionate Learner: Eager to learn about the Development process and bringing a project to life – bring your enthusiasm and curiosity!
• A Team Player: Ability to collaborate effectively with others – teamwork is essential in our industry.
• Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail and organizational skills – accuracy matters.
• Have a Proactive Attitude: Self-motivated and proactive – take initiative and contribute positively to the team.

Skills for Success:

• ·Strong excel skills and related macro programming, power point, web search engines.
• ·Strong written and verbal skills.
• ·Ability to handle multiple tasks and for multiple projects.
• ·Ability to work independently and with a team of professionals as needed.

Requirements

Educational Requirements:

• ·Currently enrolled in Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Real Estate, Architecture, Urban Planning or some other relevant field.
• ·Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• ·Must be an excellent verbal and written communicator.
• ·Skills and experience with marketing, public speaking, and presentations is a plus.

Prerequisites (these are the most important items):

• Relentless problem-solving skills.
• Will never claim the work of others as their own.
• We are trend setters and standards breakers. Our intent is to consistently surprise our audiences by being excellent.
• Ability to anticipate.
• Understanding the difference between causation and correlation.
• We are all broom pushers. Every member of our team is willing to work and support at all levels.

Perks of the Internship:

• ·Real-World Experience
• ·Mentorship: Learn from industry experts and build relationships that will help facilitate your career.
• ·Growth and Learning: At The Garrett Companies, we believe that Culture = People. That’s why we provide an array of opportunities for our interns to grow as individuals, including applicable learning opportunities, professional development, and more.