Real Estate Development Intern - Summer 2027

Milhaus; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Milhaus is seeking a Development Intern to support Vice Presidents, Directors, and Managers in market research and cost analyses for development projects in Indianapolis. You will gather data, build market reports, and collaborate with cross-functional teams including Finance, Asset Management, and Construction.

This internship offers exposure to senior leadership, a hands-on group project, and opportunities to contribute to project evaluations from start to finish during the 8-12 week program.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, ideally specializing in Business, Real Estate, Finance, Architecture, or Urban Planning
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational, time management, and planning skills
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Adobe Creative Suite, and Google Sketch-Up
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven analytical skills, critical thinking, and problem analysis
• Stress tolerance to manage multiple tasks across various projects simultaneously

Responsibilities

• Provide support to executive development staff
• Gather and analyze data to update the market reports for current and future markets
• Research ownership of property, trends, pricing, occupancy, costs, utility information, etc.
• Work with development executives and the finance department to finalize project specific development costs by completing a historical cost analysis
• Shop comparable properties via online searches, phone calls, and site visits
• Ensure the delivery of excellent client service consistent with the Milhaus brand
• Compile information for clients and owner reports accurately and on time
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Adobe Creative Suite

Google Sketch-Up

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Analytical thinking

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress

Job description

Description

Milhaus is a national award-winning, vertically integrated multifamily developer, owner, and operator specializing in Class A residential assets. Formed through the spring 2026 merger of Milhaus and Sares Regis Group (SRG) Residential, the combined platform brings together more than 30 years of expertise in multifamily development, construction, and third-party property management across more than 20 major U.S. markets. Headquartered in Indianapolis, with offices in Newport Beach, California; Los Angeles; New York; Orlando, Florida; and Phoenix, Arizona., Milhaus SRG employs approximately 1,400 professionals dedicated to creating multifamily and mixed-use communities that positively impact neighborhoods. The combined platform manages more than 50,000 apartment homes, supports a development pipeline of more than $2.5 billion, and serves investors, clients, and residents with a high-touch, disciplined approach to real estate investment, development, construction, and management. For more information, visit www.milhaus.com.

Milhaus Summer Internship Experience

Spend your summer with us! The Milhaus Summer Internship Experience is an 8-12 week program designed to give future professionals meaningful workplace experience. Our program is designed to provide hands-on experience, exposure to our executive team, a collaborative group project as well as fun outings & activities. By interning with us at our downtown Indy corporate office or at one of our properties, you’ll be provided the opportunity to kick-start your career by learning from industry leaders and be a part of a team that truly makes a difference.

Job Type

Internship

Description

Milhaus is a national award-winning, vertically integrated multifamily developer, owner, and operator specializing in Class A residential assets. Formed through the spring 2026 merger of Milhaus and Sares Regis Group (SRG) Residential, the combined platform brings together more than 30 years of expertise in multifamily development, construction, and third-party property management across more than 20 major U.S. markets. Headquartered in Indianapolis, with offices in Newport Beach, California; Los Angeles; New York; Orlando, Florida; and Phoenix, Arizona., Milhaus SRG employs approximately 1,400 professionals dedicated to creating multifamily and mixed-use communities that positively impact neighborhoods. The combined platform manages more than 50,000 apartment homes, supports a development pipeline of more than $2.5 billion, and serves investors, clients, and residents with a high-touch, disciplined approach to real estate investment, development, construction, and management. For more information, visit www.milhaus.com.

Milhaus Summer Internship Experience

Spend your summer with us! The Milhaus Summer Internship Experience is an 8-12 week program designed to give future professionals meaningful workplace experience. Our program is designed to provide hands-on experience, exposure to our executive team, a collaborative group project as well as fun outings & activities. By interning with us at our downtown Indy corporate office or at one of our properties, you’ll be provided the opportunity to kick-start your career by learning from industry leaders and be a part of a team that truly makes a difference.

Position Summary

The Development Intern position is an internship that will be working throughout the summer to support the Vice Presidents, Directors, and Manager in conducting research and analyses of markets, and assisting in developing reports for internal project review. The Development Intern is a creative problem solver, critical thinker, and keen analyzer. These skills will aid in the evaluation of a project for development and the management of a project from start to finish. In its supporting role of the development activities of the company, the intern works with various consultants, governmental representatives, contractors, and brokers to keep them on task. The intern will also have the opportunity to work with other departments within Milhaus including Property Management, Construction, Finance, Asset Management and Pre-Construction.

Key Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide support to executive development staff
• Gather and analyze data to update the market reports for current and future markets
• Research ownership of property, trends, pricing, occupancy, costs, utility information, etc.
• Work with development executives and the finance department to finalize project specific development costs by completing a historical cost analysis
• Shop comparable properties via online searches, phone calls, and site visits
• Ensure the delivery of excellent client service consistent with the Milhaus brand
• Compile information for clients and owner reports accurately and on time
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, ideally specializing in Business, Real Estate, Finance, Architecture, or Urban Planning
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational, time management, and planning skills
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Adobe Creative Suite, and Google Sketch-Up
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven analytical skills, critical thinking, and problem analysis
• Stress tolerance to manage multiple tasks across various projects simultaneously

We stand as one team dedicated to transforming neighborhoods. Through transparency and collaboration, we empower our people to be leaders. Bikes are our allies, local food is our addiction and entrepreneurs inspire us. We believe that first impressions are set by our energy, not suits and ties. The strength of our team lies in our individuality. We embrace the changing ideal of what people call home.Action. Integrity. Innovation. Collaboration. By joining us at our corporate office in downtown Indianapolis or onsite at one of our many properties, you’ll be provided the opportunity to grow your career and become part of a team that truly makes a difference.