Real Estate Management Intern - Virginia Beach, VA

About the role

Trinity Property Consultants offers a 10‑week paid Real Estate Management Internship that rotates through all aspects of property management at an assigned community, including leasing, assistant manager duties, maintenance, operations, and corporate functions (for select locations). Interns are mentored by senior leaders and may work on real‑world special projects while gaining hands‑on experience in a fast‑growing multifamily portfolio.

Compensation

$19 to $23 hourly.

Responsibilities

• Practice sales techniques and marketing, both in‑house and offsite, including developing marketing analysis reports.
• Learn and use industry software programs.
• Participate in property tours and site visits.
• Learn maintenance management proficiencies, including processing maintenance requests.
• Provide superior customer service.
• Complete market surveys.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the leasing process.
• Process accounts receivable.
• Provide clerical and phone support; maintain digital and paper records.
• Maintain a community calendar of scheduled events.
• Complete pre‑inspections to ensure rent readiness.
• Assist with legal eviction processes.
• Practice critical resolution decision‑making and resolve resident complaints.
• Review the financial move‑out process.
• Perform additional tasks or duties as assigned by community leadership.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, administrative, and organizational skills.
• Strong time‑management and ability to prioritize wisely.
• Customer‑service orientation with a strong sales background.
• Knowledge of state fair‑housing law.
• Ability to handle stress effectively and exhibit strong leadership.
• Intermediate proficiency with computers, internet, accounting, property‑management software, printers, telephones, fax machines, and photocopiers.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development through the Fowler Internship Program.
• Enrolled in a 4‑year accredited program; Real Estate, Hospitality, or Property Management preferred.
• Completed sophomore year by the start of the internship (preferred).
• At least 1 year of work experience and/or extracurricular involvement (preferred).
• Fluent in reading and writing English; capable of intermediate mathematical functions and using resident‑management software.

Physical Demands

The intern will regularly sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, and reach using feet, legs, back, arms, and hands. Occasional climbing may be required. Extended periods at a computer and on the phone are expected, as is the ability to detect auditory or visual alarms. Availability for extended/flexible hours and weekends is needed.

Attendance / Travel

Internship may require some nights and weekends. Regular attendance and active participation at company functions and events may also be required.

Professional Expectations

• Maintain professionalism at all times.
• Demonstrate punctuality, perfect attendance, and a positive attitude.
• Be dependable, organized, and exercise good judgment.
• Show initiative and a willingness to learn.
• Maintain good working relationships with peers.