Investment Intern

Paycom - ATS; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Flaherty & Collins Properties is seeking an Investments Intern for Summer 2027 at our Indianapolis corporate headquarters. You will analyze investments, build financial models, and support due diligence across multifamily opportunities while collaborating with Development, Acquisitions, and Asset Management teams.

You will gain hands-on experience in market research, underwriting, and capital-raising discussions, developing skills for a career in real estate investment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, Business, or related field.
• Strong Excel skills and financial acumen are expected.
• Demonstrated interest in real estate through coursework or activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investment analysis for multifamily acquisition and development opportunities.
• Develop and maintain detailed financial models with financing structures, budgets and projections.
• Support due diligence by analyzing market trends, zoning/entitlements, costs, and lease-up assumptions.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform rent projections and benchmarks.
• Assist in preparing investment memoranda, presentations, and reports for internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Development, Construction, Acquisitions, and Asset Management to support project strategy.
• Monitor budgets/timelines and identify risks, overruns, and mitigation opportunities.
• Analyze project performance against underwriting and assist in reforecasting during construction/lease-up.
• Research capital market trends to support funding strategies.
• Participate in meetings and gain on-site exposure at Flaherty & Collins properties.

Skills

Excel

Analytical thinking

Communication

Organization

Initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate

Bachelor's degree in Economics

Bachelor's degree in Business

Tools

Financial models

Job description

Investments Intern - Summer 2027Location: Corporate Office - Indianapolis, INCreating Value Through Vibrant CommunitiesWith expertise in market-rate, affordable, and mixed-use communities, we specialize in innovative public and private partnerships. Since 1993, we’ve delivered over $3 billion in developments and maintain a robust pipeline exceeding $1 billion.Our purpose—Creating Value Through Vibrant Communities—drives everything we do. Guided by our core values, we foster a dynamic and collaborative environment:DiligentWinning MindsetRespectful Team PlayerHumbly ConfidentIntegrityJoin our award-winning team! In 2024, we were recognized for our people-first work culture by Top Workplaces (Real Estate Industry) and named Management Company of the Year at the Midwest Prodigy Awards.If you’re passionate, driven, and ready to thrive, we want to hear from you. Apply today and start building a brighter future with Flaherty & Collins Properties!Investments InternWhat makes a real estate investment a great opportunity? As an Investments Intern at Flaherty & Collins, you’ll get firsthand exposure to the financial analysis, market research, and strategic thinking that go into answering that question.Working alongside our Development, Acquisitions, and Asset Management teams, you’ll contribute to the analysis of ground-up multifamily development opportunities, potential acquisitions, and the ongoing performance of stabilized properties. You’ll work with real financial models, market data, budgets, and investment assumptions while learning how those pieces come together to support important business decisions.This is an opportunity to move beyond the classroom and gain practical experience in the business of multifamily real estate.What You’ll Do:Conduct investment analysis for potential multifamily acquisition and development opportunities.Develop and maintain detailed financial models incorporating financing structures, project budgets, and operating projections.Support due diligence efforts by analyzing market trends, zoning and entitlement requirements, construction costs, and lease-up assumptions.Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform rent projections, operating expense benchmarks, and supply and demand dynamics.Assist in preparing investment memoranda, presentations, and reports for internal stakeholders, lenders, and equity partners.Collaborate with Development, Construction, Acquisitions, and Asset Management teams to support project strategy and financial objectives.Monitor project budgets and timelines while helping identify potential risks, cost overruns, and opportunities for mitigation.Analyze project performance against initial underwriting and support reforecasting efforts during construction and lease-up.Research capital market trends, financing structures, and underwriting standards to support project funding strategies.Support the creation and maintenance of internal databases tracking deals, pipeline projects, market data, and historical assumptions.Participate in meetings and discussions related to prospective and existing multifamily investments.Gain on-site exposure to existing and prospective Flaherty & Collins properties.Assist with additional investment, development, and asset management projects as needed.You may be a great fit if you:Are currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, Business, or a related field.Have demonstrated an interest in real estate through clubs, organizations, coursework, or other experiences.Have a basic understanding of real estate terminology and investment return metrics.Are preferably a sophomore or junior in college.Are proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office tools.Have strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.Are highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.Can communicate ideas clearly, both verbally and in writing.Are comfortable developing and presenting information to others.Take initiative and are willing to work independently when given a task.Are curious, adaptable, and open to learning new approaches.Are able to work in person at our Indianapolis corporate headquarters.Ready to Invest in Your Future?If you’re interested in real estate investment and want to gain hands-on experience analyzing the opportunities, risks, and financial performance behind multifamily properties, we’d love to hear from you.Apply today and take the next step toward building your career in real estate investment.Flaherty & Collins Properties is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.