CREF Awareness Intern

The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to support its efforts in expanding awareness and engagement within the $4.8 trillion commercial real estate finance (CREF) industry. The intern will assist in designing, implementing, and marketing programs that promote industry opportunities. This role offers hands-on experience in project management, outreach strategy, and membership engagement.

SUMMARY:

As our CREF Industry Outreach Intern, you will play a key role in designing, implementing, and marketing programs that cultivate interest and opportunities within the Commercial Multifamily Industry.

In this role, you will gain hands-on experience in the full lifecycle of program development and outreach. You will contribute to initiatives designed to promote career opportunities within the CREF sector, providing a valuable foundation for your future professional endeavors.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the strategic outreach efforts of MBA's CREF Careers initiatives.
• Assist in the creation and implementation of the CREF Student Fellowship program.
• Support our engagement with colleges, universities, and student organizations to cultivate interest in the industry.
• Help organize and provide support for industry-related events, webinars, and student programs.
• Facilitate effective communication with external stakeholders and internal teams.
• Provide administrative and logistical support to ensure the smooth execution of ongoing programs and projects.
• At the conclusion of your internship, you will prepare and present your achievements sharing your learning journey through a short presentation.

Qualifications:

• A strong desire to learn about marketing and engagement, particularly in the context of developing outreach strategies that resonate with a wide spectrum of people.
• Currently enrolled or recent graduation from an accredited undergraduate/graduate program in Marketing, Business, or a related field.
• Expert level Outlook, social media platforms (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, etc.), and Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and work independently.
• Position is part-time.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

Please note that MBA will not sponsor employment.