Center of Excellence Summer 2027 Internship

Location: Plymouth, MN; Latham, NY; Cambridge, MA

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.

Our people at JLL 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 Work Dynamics

Work Dynamics at JLL offers comprehensive workplace solutions designed to optimize the productivity, efficiency, and employee experience within organizations. Combining data-driven insights with innovative technologies, Work Dynamics assists businesses in creating tailored workplace strategies that align with their unique goals and objectives. By leveraging JLL's expertise in workplace strategy, space planning, change management, and workplace technology, the Work Dynamics team brings together the physical, digital, and cultural aspects of the workplace to drive employee satisfaction, collaboration, and overall business success.

What the job involves

We are currently seeking a Summer Intern in Center of Excellence to join our team. In this role, you will learn to support a project management team to deliver challenging projects. Being forward thinking and consistently demonstrating initiative to adopt new technologies and contribute to efficient processes is key to the impact you will have in this role. Your interest in construction projects from start to finish will speak to your ability to support your team in delivering interesting and industry changing projects.

As a Center of Excellence Intern at JLL, you will

• Support operations & project management team: Enter project work orders, ensure project data is maintained and updated in work orders, coordinate meeting invites, and transcribe meeting minutes
• Maintain operations documentation: Manage requirements, reports, and progress updates, ensuring all documents are accurate, organized, and easily accessible
• Coordinate vendor activities: Handle gate pass requests, escort requests, shutdown requests, and calendar updates
• Accompany operations team on project walks: Participate in walks with clients to confirm scope of work and with contractors during bid walks
• Provide financial and administrative support: Create RFPs, review vendor proposals and invoices, and ensure adherence to vendor agreements and financial processes throughout the project lifecycle
• Identify process improvements: Recommend best practices to enhance project delivery and operations, contributing to increased efficiency and effectiveness
• Collaborate on deliverables: Work with the operations management team to create reports/presentations, budgets/financial documents, playbooks, and other project deliverables, leveraging project management technology and tools as required

Program Details

• Dates: June 7, 2027 – August 13, 2027
• Location: Plymouth, MN

Education, Skills, and Experience

• Actively pursuing a bachelor's degree, with 2-3 years completed, in any field related to Architecture, Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or Accounting
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent customer service and presentation abilities
• Ability to think and work independently, demonstrate initiative, and collaborate effectively with multiple individuals on various projects to meet assigned deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Interest in the commercial real estate industry, property management, and gaining broad experience in various aspects of Commercial Real Estate
• Detail-oriented, organized, and creative mindset, with a proactive and self-motivated attitude
• Previous accounting, construction, or real estate support experience is preferred but not mandatory

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 sponsorship.

Expected compensation for this position

8,400.00 – 10,000.00 USD per year

Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location

Remote –Cambridge, MA, Latham, NY, Plymouth, MN

Job Tags

WDEC

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits include:

401(k) plan with matching company contributions

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

Paid parental leave at 100% of salary

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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