Real Estate Investment Co-op Intern

Sedgebrook; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

LCS is offering the Real Estate Investments Co-op Internship, a full-time 6-month program (40 hours per week) running May through December. Interns will gain hands-on professional experience by contributing to meaningful projects with direct impact on the business, and present outcomes to senior leadership at the end of the internship.

As part of the program, interns will be mentored across departments, gain exposure to budgeting, forecasting, reporting in MS Excel, and networking opportunities.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a college or university majoring in Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, Business Analytics, or related degree program.
• Strong background in MS Excel, and reporting.
• Background in ad-hoc reporting, and analysis preferred
• Exposure to budgeting and or forecasting beneficial
• Hands-on experience in a professional environment
• Mentorship and exposure to senior leadership
• Opportunities for networking and career development
• Meaningful project work that makes an impact
• Competitive hourly rate: $22.50/hour

Responsibilities

• Contribute to real projects that will be implemented within the organization
• Collaborate with leaders and team members across departments
• Participate in professional development and networking opportunities
• Present your project experience to the senior leadership team at the conclusion of the internship
• Gain a broad understanding of our industry and operations through mentorship, training, and shadowing opportunities

Skills

Ad-hoc reporting

Forecasting

Budgeting

Professional environment

Mentorship

Networking

Career development

Impactful projects

Education

Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, Business Analytics (degree)

Tools

MS Excel

Reporting

Job description

The Real Estate Investments Co-op Internship is a full-time, 6 month program (40 hours per week) running from May through December. Interns will gain hands-on professional experience by contributing to meaningful projects that have a direct impact on the business. The program will conclude with a presentation to the senior leadership team, highlighting both the project outcomes and the overall internship experience. Throughout the summer, interns will also gain broad exposure to the organization and its operations.

Experience is Everything.

At LCS, experience is everything. We provide you the opportunity to use your talents in a progressive, growing organization that makes a positive difference in the lives of the seniors we serve. If you are seeking an organization that gives back, you’ll love working here. Our principles and hospitality promises define our company culture. LCS employees can be found participating in volunteer activities, getting involved in our committees or collaborating with team members in our innovative workspace. You’ll find several opportunities to grow as a professional, serve the community, and enhance the lives of seniors.

What You’ll Do:

• Contribute to real projects that will be implemented within the organization
• Collaborate with leaders and team members across departments
• Participate in professional development and networking opportunities
• Present your project experience to the senior leadership team at the conclusion of the internship
• Gain a broad understanding of our industry and operations through mentorship, training, and shadowing opportunities

What We’re Looking For:

• Currently enrolled in a college or university programmajoring in Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, Business Analytics, or related degree program.
• Strong background in MS Excel, and reporting.
• Background in ad-hoc reporting, and analysis preferred
• Exposure to budgeting and or forecasting beneficial
• Hands-on experience in a professional environment
• Mentorship and exposure to senior leadership
• Opportunities for networking and career development
• Meaningful project work that makes an impact
• Competitive hourly rate: $22.50/hour

Our Commitment

LCS creates living experiences that enhance the lives of seniors. You’ll see this commitment in our people. They’re talented, dedicated professionals who truly care about residents, with each conducting his or her work with integrity, honesty and transparency according to the principles of LCS. We strive to help every community succeed—strengthening available resources, establishing proven practices that lead to long-term growth and value for those living in, working for and affiliated with the community. Check us out on our website: https://www.lcsliving.com

A POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK, INCLUDING REFERENCES IS REQUIRED.

LCS IS AN EQUAL OPPROTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Job Info

• Job Identification 40225
• Job Category Investment Management
• Posting Date 09/23/2026, 01:25 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 400 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA, 50309, US (On-site)