Construction Asset Management Intern - Summer 2027

About the role

Are you looking for an internship that encourages creativity and innovation? We believe our people make the difference in our business, and our interns are no exception. In our internship program you will be responsible for supporting your assigned team with a variety of projects and administrative work. No coffee runners work here in the summer; you will do real work that you can add to your resume once you have completed this program. For our top performing interns, this program is our pipeline for many of our entry level full-time positions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reviewing monthly construction reports and track progress against approved budgets and timelines.
• Assist in reviewing construction budgets and loan documentation.
• Help process and track draw requests and disbursements.
• Assist with time-sensitive and high-impact projects outside of core responsibilities.
• Participate in meetings with Loan Officers, Asset Managers, and project teams.
• Conduct research on market trends, construction costs, and project risks.
• Learn and apply relevant software tools used in loan servicing and project tracking.
• Collaborate closely with your direct manager and assigned mentor to develop a comprehensive end of internship project.
• Be assigned projects tailored to your department.
• Have both a manager and mentor to help guide you through our program and your day-to-day work.
• Be given the opportunity to deliver a final presentation of your project results and make business recommendations to your department, team members and executive leadership.

Requirements

• Students who have completed at least their sophomore year of college. College graduates are welcome to apply as well.
• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution required.
• Pursuing a degree in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, Urban Planning, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills; proficiency in Excel required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.
• Interest in multifamily housing and community-focused real estate.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior internship or coursework in real estate or finance is a plus.

Benefits

• Mock interviews and resume review with our talent management team to help prepare you to enter the workforce.
• LinkedIn training to help you build and develop your personal profile and teach you about online professional networking.
• DISC Assessment – coursework on how to leverage work styles and preferences to help improve teamwork, communication, and productivity in the workplace.
• “Company Insiders” Training – Listen to current Merchants employees tell their success stories and learn about who we are and what each department does to support our success.