Southeast Development Intern - Summer 2027 - Atlanta Regional Office

LIHTC Leaders; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus program

Training and development programs

401(K) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Dominium is seeking a Development Intern to support the real estate development process. You will assist with market analysis, financial modeling, and documentation for financing and tax credit applications, working with analysts, associates, and project partners.

This is a full-time, on-site internship in Atlanta, running from June 8, 2027 to August 20, 2027. You will contribute to project planning, construction administration, and due diligence, while gaining exposure to acquisition

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or related field.
• Interest in real estate development or finance; affordable housing preferred.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Support market research and analysis for demographic trends, comps, rents, occupancy, and related factors.
• Update financial models, cash flow projections, and analyses for development feasibility.
• Assist with acquisitions by organizing financial, operational, market, and property data.
• Compile documentation for financing and tax credit submissions and related requirements.
• Maintain construction matrices, schedules, trackers, and project milestones.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Financial modeling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate/Finance

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Job description

About The Employer

Dominium is helping tackle the affordable housing crisis – and we’re looking for motivated candidates to join our team and advance our mission. With offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Phoenix and Minneapolis, Dominium is one of the nation’s most respected and innovative affordable housing development and management companies. We create quality, affordable homes and engage with our residents to foster a strong sense of community and connection.

Location: Atlanta, GA
Employment Type: Internship

Join us in making a difference in people’s lives every day at a company where you can challenge yourself to develop both personally and professionally.

Dominium is a purpose-driven leader in affordable housing. We operate in approximately 20 states, supported by a team of over 1,300 dedicated employees. For more than 50 years, we have delivered excellence in the development and management of affordable housing communities across the United States. Dominium’s values – EDGE: Entrepreneurial Innovation, Developing People, Growth Mindset and Execution – guide us in fulfilling our Purpose: to provide quality, affordable housing that builds Enduring Value for our residents, employees, communities and financial partners. We believe housing provides dignity, and our work has a positive, lasting impact on the lives of individuals and families – often for generations. Our properties last for decades, leaving a lasting impact in the communities where they are located.

Role Summary

The Development Intern supports analysts, associates, developers, and project partners throughout the real estate development process. This position assists with market and acquisition analysis, financial modeling, financing and tax credit applications, project planning, construction administration, and other activities related to the development of affordable housing communities.

This is a full-time, on-site internship starting approximately June 8, 2027 and ending approximately August 20, 2027.

What You’ll Do

• Conducts market research and analysis to evaluate demographic trends, comparable properties, rental rates, occupancy levels, and other factors affecting potential development opportunities.
• Prepares and updates financial models, cash flow projections, and other analyses used to evaluate the feasibility and financial performance of development projects.
• Assists with the evaluation of prospective acquisitions, including the review and organization of financial, operational, market, and property information.
• Compiles documentation and supporting materials for financing applications, tax credit applications, funding submissions, and other project-related requirements.
• Prepares and maintains construction matrices, project schedules, development trackers, and other tools used to monitor project milestones and deliverables.
• Reviews investment agreements, legal documents, due diligence materials, and other project documentation under the direction of Development team members.
• Collaborates with Development team members and internal and external project partners to support project planning, construction administration, due diligence, and other development activities.
• Maintains timely and regular attendance and performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• Demonstrates an interest in real estate development or finance; an interest in affordable housing is preferred.
• Possesses strong analytical, mathematical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing, with team members and internal and external project partners.
• Organizes and prioritizes multiple assignments, meets deadlines, and maintains accuracy and attention to detail.
• Works effectively both independently and collaboratively in a professional and flexible environment.
• Handles confidential and sensitive business information with appropriate discretion.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary, an incentive bonus program, training and development programs, career growth and community volunteer and outreach programs.
• We also provide a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including Basic Life and AD&D; Employee, Spouse and Child Supplemental Life and AD&D; and Short and Long-Term Disability insurance.
• We also offer Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, with optional Health Savings Accounts, as well as Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• We offer Voluntary Benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Whole Life) and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Additionally, you have access to a 401(K) plan, Health and Financial Wellness Programs, Paid Time Off including Paid Holidays and Floating Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Education Reimbursement, Employee Recognition and the Dominium Employee Emergency Fund.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Dominium is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees. Dominium prohibits employment discrimination on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), pregnancy, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, membership or activity in local commission, veteran status, military status, age, genetic information, union membership, use of lawful consumable products, or any other category protected by applicable state or federal law.