The intern will support investment decisions through detailed financial analysis, underwriting, and complex financial modeling. They will also assist in competitive set research, due diligence processes, and the preparation of investment committee materials.
Requirements overview
Candidates must be currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Real Estate, Finance, or a related field. Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills are required, along with a basic understanding of business practices.
Mortenson is a U.S.-based, top-25 builder, developer and provider of energy and engineering services committed to helping organizations move their strategies forward. Mortenson’s broad portfolio of integrated services ensures that its customers’ investments result in high-performing assets. The result is a turnkey partner, fully invested in the business success of its customers.
Founded in 1954, Mortenson has operations across North America with offices in Chicago, Denver, Fargo, Iowa City, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Nashville, Phoenix, Portland, Salt Lake City, San Antonio, Seattle, and Washington, D.C. For additional information, visit www.mortenson.com.
Investment Analyst Intern
Join a team that’s passionate about building inspiring spaces and pushing the
industry forward in smarter, more innovative ways. As a top builder, developer,
and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans
markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. At
Mortenson, we’re grounded in offering meaningful work, real career growth, and a
collaborative culture where your ideas and contributions matter.
We’re looking for motivated, adaptable individuals who thrive in fast-paced
environments and enjoy working with a diverse range of people. If you’re
proactive, curious, and ready to make an impact while growing your career, check
out our opportunities!
As an intern, you’ll get hands-on experience right away, working alongside
project teams and partners to keep things moving. You’ll help solve real
problems, stay organized, communicate across teams, and make an impact from day
one while building the foundation for your career.
Responsibilities
Mortenson Properties Inc. (“MPI”) is currently seeking an Investment Analyst
Intern that will gain exposure to underwriting and complex financial modeling,
including cash flow projections, investment analysis, and competitive set
research for target markets. This role supports asset management, portfolio
management, commercial real estate opportunities, and investment decisions
through detailed financial analysis and recommendations. The role will work with
our strategic initiatives, including deployment of AI, technological innovation,
and other related workflows.
Highlights of your time with this Mortenson internship will include:
* Gaining knowledge of underwriting and financial analysis for real estate
acquisitions and asset management decisions, including cash flow projections
in Excel and ARGUS
* Assist in analyzing potential investments and learn how to prepare investment
committee materials
* Gaining knowledge of target markets by researching supply/demand fundamentals
and maintaining competitive set analyses
* Participate in due diligence and closing processes, including legal and asset
management through acquisition/development to disposition
* Exposure to evaluating capitalization and financing strategies and the
development of financial models to support credit analysis
* AI and Investment-themed capstone project presentations to senior executives
* Experience with preparing internal investment deliverables for Investment
Committee
* Other projects and duties as assigned
Program Overview:
Our summer intern program (May – August 2027) is designed to give you real,
hands-on experience from day one, working on meaningful projects that directly
impact the business. You’ll gain exposure to innovative work, build professional
skills through development opportunities, and be supported by a team that values
your growth. Your ideas matter here, and you’ll have the chance to contribute,
learn, and make a difference while exploring your career path.
Required Qualifications:
Cultivate your skills in your chosen field of study and build your career with
Mortenson. We look forward to hearing from you if you:
* Currently pursuing an undergraduate, four-year degree in Real Estate,
Finance, or other related degree
Preferred Qualifications:
* Have previous related internship experience
* Are currently enrolled as an undergraduate junior
* Have a basic understanding of construction and generally accepted business
practices
* Demonstrate strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills
and show initiative and leadership
* Showcase a positive and professional attitude and solid customer service
skills
* Are detail-oriented, organized, and can effectively handle multiple competing
priorities
The hourly wage for college Interns starts at $18. Students may be paid higher
wages based on their year in school.
Please make note:
* Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
* Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44
days.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is
committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all
individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age,
veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected
category.
Other Items to Note
* Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or
financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or
solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
* Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We
are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this
time.