Summer Business Development Intern – Real Estate

JLL; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 9,200 - 10,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching company<br/>

Medical, Dental & Vision Care

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Daily Pay

Job summary

JLL in Chicago is seeking a Summer Intern in Business Development to learn strategic processes and client engagement within the commercial real estate industry. You will gain hands-on experience by supporting market research, data analysis, and cross-team collaboration, while developing communication skills and professional presentation materials.

This paid internship runs Summer 2027 on-site in Chicago, with opportunities to network across the Public Institutions Group and exposure to

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree with 2–3 years completed.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal, written communication and presentation skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to explain complex information concisely.

Responsibilities

• Market research and track real estate opportunities in federal, state, local, K-12, higher education, and aerospace and defense sectors.
• Support collection and analysis of client data while assisting with thought leadership initiatives through research and presentation development.
• Collaborate with Business Development, Solutions Development, and Account Teams to execute strategies implemented by Managing Directors.
• Conduct research to identify key contacts for government agencies, perform prospect outreach, coordinate meetings, and participate in client engagement activities.
• Update and maintain Salesforce tracking systems, assist with marketing presentations and templates, and help prepare client deliverables and market updates.

Skills

Market research

Data analysis

Business development

Client engagement

Marketing support

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business/Real Estate/Operations

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

JLL in Chicago is seeking a Summer Intern in Business Development to learn strategic processes and client engagement within the commercial real estate industry. You will gain hands-on experience by supporting market research, data analysis, and cross-team collaboration, while developing communication skills and professional presentation materials.

This paid internship runs Summer 2027 on-site in Chicago, with opportunities to network across the Public Institutions Group and exposure to