Development Intern

Description Up Campus Student Living is hiring a Development Intern to support construction completion, project closeout, and turnover at The Leo, a new student housing development in Tallahassee, Florida.

This onsite internship offers hands-on experience in real estate development and construction management. You’ll work alongside the owner’s project management team, general contractor, and design professionals as the community prepares for residents.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Development Intern supports the coordination and tracking of work needed to bring a student housing development through construction completion and move-in.

You’ll assist with punch lists, furniture installation, project reporting, and move-in preparation while learning how development, construction, and property management teams work together to deliver a completed community.

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

Project Delivery & Closeout

• Support construction completion, closeout, and property turnover activities.
• Assist with reviewing, tracking, and coordinating punch list items.
• Support the project team in reviewing contractual requirements and tracking compliance by design and construction professionals.
• Help identify outstanding items and communicate updates to the project management team.

Furniture Installation & Move-In Readiness

• Coordinate and support the delivery, installation, and setup of furniture, fixtures, and equipment in apartments and common areas.
• Assist the development and property management teams with move-in preparation and execution.
• Help coordinate outstanding work so spaces are ready for resident arrival.

Project Coordination & Reporting

• Participate in meetings with contractors, architects, engineers, and consultants to review progress and address project issues.
• Support schedule and budget coordination by tracking updates and following up on assigned items.
• Prepare and maintain site visit reports for the Up Campus Student Living project management team.
• Attend project meetings and support communication across teams.
• Assist with other development and construction projects as assigned.

Requirements

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Real Estate Development, or a related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and Procore.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain professionalism under deadlines and use listening, negotiation, and problem-solving skills to work through challenges.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with contractors, consultants, and internal teams.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience or coursework in construction, architecture, engineering, or project management.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Takes initiative and follows through on assignments.
• Enjoys working with different teams in a fast-paced project environment.
• Keeps records organized and communicates progress clearly.
• Is interested in learning how student housing developments move from construction to resident occupancy.

SCHEDULE & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Onsite position in Tallahassee, Florida.
• Hourly position with a maximum of 40 hours per week.
• Work includes time at an active construction and development site.
• Occasional travel may be required.

COMPENSATION

• Hourly pay of $16.00.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your resume to Spencer Scalzi at sscalzi@upcampusproperties.com and Pranav Inamdar at pinamdar@upcampusproperties.com.

WHY JOIN UP CAMPUS

Up Campus Student Living is a Chicago-based real estate investment and development company with experience in the acquisition, development, financing, leasing, and management of student housing, multifamily, and mixed-use properties. This internship offers a chance to contribute to the completion of The Leo while gaining practical experience with construction coordination, project closeout, and move-in readiness.

Equal Opportunity Employer. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

E-Verify. We participate in the federal E-Verify program to confirm identity and employment authorization for all newly hired employees.

Accommodation. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact hr@upcampusproperties.com.