Real Estate Investment Intern

About the Internship

CSIG is seeking a highly motivated intern interested in real estate investment, property valuation, and foreclosure acquisitions. This internship provides hands-on exposure to real estate investing, market analysis, and business operations. Interns will work closely with experienced professionals, gaining skills in property valuation (ARV), rehabilitation analysis, title research, market competition, and lead generation.

Key Responsibilities:

Property Valuation & Market Analysis:

• Learn to accurately determine After Repair Value (ARV) using comparable properties.
• Understand market influences such as dividing lines (highways, train tracks) that impact value.
• Utilize tools like qPublic, NARPR, GAMLS, and the Georgia Public Notice Board for research.
• Identify potential investment properties and estimate rehabilitation costs.

Foreclosure & Title Research:

• Participate in weekly drive-bys to assess properties.
• Learn to analyze property age, major cost items (Such as HVAC, roof, water heater), and rehab potential.
• Gain experience using CSIG’s foreclosure workbook for investment decisions.
• Understand title processes, property acquisition, eviction procedures, and deed types.

Investment Strategy & Business Operations:

• Observe and participate in the property acquisition process, including auctions.
• Conduct post-mortem analyses on lost bids to refine investment strategies.
• Assist in property walkthroughs with agents and estimators to develop renovation scopes.
• Gain insights into construction project management, contractor coordination, and permitting.

Marketing, Lending, & Lead Generation:

• Learn CSIG’s marketing strategies for lead generation.
• Research potential sellers and develop outreach strategies.
• Make direct outreach calls to potential sllers.
• Receive calls from and manage potential sellers.
• Manage property acquisition process up to closing.

Professional Development & Project Work:

• Attend regular market discussions to understand real estate trends and investment strategies.
• Engage with CSIG leadership and team members to understand company values and best practices.
• Work on an end-of-internship project tailored to personal interests, such as building a lending model or investment analysis tool.

What We’re Looking For:

• Interest in real estate, property investment, or finance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn and engage in hands-on property assessments.
• Basic proficiency in Excel and ability to navigate research tools.
• Strong communication skills for client outreach and team collaboration.