Asset Management Intern

Come join the growing team at Bender Companies! 

Bender Companies is an owner-operator specializing in the acquisition and management of value-add multifamily properties. Since its inception in 2011, Bender Companies has established a proven track record of high performing investments through strategic acquisitions, mitigating risk, and effective management.  

We are a high growth company that values workplace inclusion, integrity, and initiative. If you are looking for a company where you can see your impact makes a difference in the company, this may be the place for you.  

What We are Looking For:  

Bender Companies is seeking a motivated Asset Management Intern interested in growing within the Real Estate sector. Ideal candidates should be detail-oriented, reliable, and eager to learn. A keen eye for detail and strong analytical skills are essential for conducting tenant and property audits, as well as expense analysis. A commitment to professional development and a desire to contribute to our financial operations are key to success in this role. 

Dates: Internship will take place between June 1st to July 31st                        

Position Overview:

As an Asset Management Intern, you will play a critical role in supporting the accuracy, efficiency, and compliance of our multifamily property operations. This paid internship offers hands-on experience in both asset management and acquisitions, with the majority of your time spent in the asset management department. 

Your responsibilities will span various areas of asset management analysis, including tenant, leasing, property, expense, and employee audits, as well as market surveys, and rent comparable studies. In addition to this, you will complete a rotation with the acquisitions team to gain exposure to deal sourcing, underwriting fundamentals, and the due diligence process.

Responsibilities: 

• Tenant Audits: Conduct thorough Rent Roll audits to verify accurate rents. Monitor tenant security deposits, move-in fees, month-to-month fees, Section-8 payments, and perform facility fee audits. 
• Property Audits: Audit investor reports, unit turn boards, and unit renovation trackers. Track property processes against original underwriting standards.
• Expense Audits: Conduct audits of key expense accounts and compare spending across the portfolio to identify overspending. 
• Market Research: Investigate current markets to stay up to date with trends
• Acquisitions Rotation: Assist the Acquisitions team with deal sourcing, underwriting, and due diligence

Qualifications:

• Self-motivated, passionate, and intelligent individual with an interest in commercial real estate 
• Independent thinker with an entrepreneurial mindset and desire to solve problems and navigate challenges 
• Keen eye for detail and ability to multi-task 
• Analytical prowess and willingness to learn  
• Strong written and oral communication skills 
• Basic understanding of Excel 
• Have a track record of academic excellence and participation in campus activities 

Background checks will be performed on all qualified applicants.  

Equal opportunity employer.