Acquisitions & Investments Intern

Article Student Living is excited to invite you to our 2027 internship program! We are recruiting a Real Estate Investment Intern to join our team for Summer 2027. You will report to the Head of Strategy and support Article's Investments team. We are looking for a high-achieving and enthusiastic student pursuing a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, real estate, or a related field, looking for meaningful experience learning the ins and outs of real estate acquisitions and development.

This 10-week internship program will run from June 7th to August 12th, 2027.

Events throughout the program, such as lunch-and-learns, systems training, and an end-of-internship project presentation, are planned. 

Compensation for this internship is $25/hour.

You will work on-site at our Chicago, IL, office 4 to 5 days a week.

Your Mission:

• Gain exposure to detailed financial modeling for acquisitions and developments
• Help with local market research and the analytics of data and trends across major university markets
• Help prepare investment presentations and packages for senior executives, investors, lenders, partners, and others
• Work with the investments team on cash flow waterfalls and sensitivity analyses
• Support asset management team on asset business plans and strategies

Your Track Record:

• Pursuing a degree in finance, economics, real estate, or a similar field from an undergraduate school
• Demonstrated interest in real estate investment and development
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets) and PowerPoint

Your Style:

• Analytical and Creative - You like producing creative solutions to new challenges and like to live in the gray.
• Diligent and Productive - You are composed and appreciate completing tasks, achieving deadlines, and collaborating with individuals across all levels.
• Motivated - You invest extra energy to reach your goals because you take pride in your work.
• Team Player - You are united with teammates and willing to help when needed.