Growth Associate Intern 2026 - New York

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.  

Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people  and empowering them to  thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.   

About JLL Technologies (JLLT): 

JLL Technologies is a specialized group within JLL. We deliver unparalleled digital advisory, implementation, and services solutions to organizations globally. We provide best-in-class technologies to bring digital ambitions to life aligning technology, people and processes. Our goal is to leverage technology to increase the value and liquidity of the world's buildings, while enhancing the productivity and the happiness of those that occupy them.

About JLL Spark Global Ventures (‘Spark’): 

JLL Spark Global Ventures is the strategic investment arm of JLL, situated in JLLT, with a mission to deliver game changing, technology-enabled innovation to the commercial real estate industry. JLL Spark has invested more than $425 million in more than 55 early-stage PropTech startups—from IoT sensors to investment platforms and more. 

 
What the job involves:  

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Summer Intern to join our JLL Spark Growth team. As a key member of our team, you will be supporting the needs of our portfolio companies with internal stakeholders across all JLL business lines. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in the commercial real estate industry while contributing to the growth and success of innovative PropTech startups.


As the JLL Spark Summer Intern, you will:  

• Learn about and develop expertise in the commercial real estate industry

• Research and identify revenue-generating opportunities for portfolio companies within JLL and the broader commercial real estate industry

• Work with internal stakeholders to identify key strategic priorities

• Coordinate and execute strategic projects and portfolio support

• Develop and lead the execution of a new tech delivery and reporting process 

• Create presentation materials for internal and external audiences for both strategic partners and Spark’s portfolio companies

• Coordinate and maintain metrics reporting for growth activities with portfolio companies

Program Details:  

Dates:  June 1, 2026 – August 7, 2026
Location: New York, NY
 

Education, Skills, and Experience: 

• Actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business or related field with a strong interest in commercial real estate

• Positive attitude, self-motivation, and collaborative

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work cross-functionally across different operational groups

• Experience in a commercial real estate related role, potentially complemented by experience in areas where relationship management was critical (e.g. partnerships, corporate development, management consulting, etc.) 

• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and project-manage key relationships

• Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative information

• Must be proactive and creative 

• Demonstrated strong interest in emerging technologies like AI, data science, blockchain, sensors, etc.

 

We do not offer relocation assistance or housing for our internship program. 

 
Permanent US work authorization required. 


About our Internship Program 

Take the opportunity to start your career early in the commercial real estate field! Spend time learning what it’s like to work in the fast-paced, entrepreneurial, team-oriented environment at JLL. 

Interns are an important part of what makes JLL a great place to work. Within our program, interns are an integral part of our team working alongside real estate analysts, transaction professionals and other associates. You will gain valuable insight into the commercial real estate industry while being exposed to multiple lines of business over the course of your internship. 

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Estimated compensation for this position:

9,704.00 – 11,404.00 USD per year

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