Asset Management and Acquisitions Intern

The BAM Companies · Carmel · $18–$19/hr (stated in the posting)

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Asset Management and Acquisitions Intern

Company Overview

The BAM Companies (BAM) began in 2010 in the heart of Indianapolis. Affectionately referred to as the “BAMFAM” by its employees, the company is dedicated to changing the way property management operates. A property management company focused on achieving maximum benefit for residents, owners, and investors, BAM always acts with a focus on its core values of: Growth, Fun, Family, and Work-Life Balance. In utilizing industry knowledge, the strengths of the team, and market expertise, BAM is a company that knows how to succeed! We encourage you to join this winning team, and grow with us. 

Summary

This internship role will work closely with the Vice President of Asset Management and Director of Acquisitions in order to support the BAM Companies’ continued growth and development. This role is intended to focus on the two departments which the aforementioned leaders oversee, but will also spend time in each facet of the business. By the end of the program, the internship will also have exposure to: 

• People Management
• Property Management Operations On-Site
• Technology Systems

This role is one that will allow the individual to learn about capital investment and the management of multi-family assets (apartment communities). A successful person in this new and rewarding role is someone who can take on new tasks and challenges suddenly, adapt to changing information, is teachable, and is able to creatively think of solutions to everyday challenges. 

As a ten-week program, this role will have the time and opportunity to learn from a variety of company leaders and dig into the overall operations of a real estate investment owner and operator or multi-family assets. 

Essential Job Functions

• Support of Acquisitions and Dispositions Activities, such as:
• Underwriting potential acquisition opportunities
• Compile and digest market data
• Due diligence review and facilitation
• Crafting the budget templates and process for the 2026 year. 
• On-site experience at BAM apartment communities
• Shadowing and completing projects for finance, accounting, and other departments. 
• Ad Hoc Analyses and Special Projects
• Cost/benefit Analyses on certain expenses/contracts/systems in place)
• Market Research
• Rent and Sale Comparisons
• Present a capstone presentation at the end of the program. 

• Review of property financials and narratives on a monthly basis.
• Understand current asset performance and how success is measured across the portfolio.
• Assist with maintaining a checklist of regular items to ensure and facilitate completion of each item.
• Analyze competitive properties and assess their impact on acquisition and asset management strategies.
• Compile and present research findings to support strategic decision-making.

Job Requirements

• Look for key opportunities and take a proactive approach to analyses; initiate proactive projects to uncover key insights.
• Communicate effectively at all levels of the organization through both verbal and written communication skills.
• Multi-task various projects simultaneously.
• Effectively prioritize with a sense of urgency.
• Develop and deliver effective presentations.

Competencies

• Ability to use Google Suite or Microsoft Office Suite proficiently. 
• Has an interest in Multifamily Real Estate
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.
• Excellent research and data analysis capabilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with real estate valuation methods and financial concepts is a plus.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma/GED and is a rising Junior or Senior on track to earn a Bachelor’s Degree. Strong academic record currently pursuing a degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and/or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time role for the ten-week duration of the program. The student school schedule is able to dictate availability and hours worked. Ideally, the student will be available to work all working hours from the company’s headquarters and be 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. EST M-F. 

Travel

This is a primarily local assignment during the business day, although some out-of-area travel may be an opportunity. Multi-family assets are located in Indiana, Ohio, Illinois, Arkansas, Pennsylvania, Missouri, and Iowa. These locations may have a scheduled visit during the internship and travel to one of them would be offered to the student, if that person is interested. 

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States of America.

AAP/EEO Statement

The BAM Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The BAM Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The BAM Companies expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of The BAM Companies’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Communication Release

By applying for this position or showing interest to a team member, you agree to receive emails and text messages from Barratt Asset Management, LLC (The BAM Companies).  If you want to stop receiving these communications, you can respond to a team member's call or message and request to be unsubscribed, which will then end the communication from us.

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