About the role#
Van Metre is hiring Property Management Interns for the Summer 2027 term. This is an 8-week, full-time, on-site program running from early June through early August 2027. You will work Monday through Friday, 9am to 6pm, with occasional weekend work not exceeding 40 hours per week. You will gain exposure to both residential and commercial property management, including marketing, resident relations, property accounting, and site operations.
What you'll do#
- Develop and participate in marketing outreach to increase property traffic and occupancy.
- Process lease applications, qualify applicants, and prepare renewals.
- Provide tours of properties and greet visitors.
- Follow up on leads and provide customer service.
- Assist with resident events, open houses, delinquency collections, move outs, and inspections.
- Organize electronic tenant lease files and set up maintenance on-call schedules in Yardi Rent Café.
- Pull invoice copies for CAM reconciliation and update utility bill tracking spreadsheets.
- Assist with month-end checklists, financial reporting packages, and vendor compliance packages.
- Attend site walks, assist with inspection reports, and take photo inventories of signage.
- Audit property websites and assist with utility meter mapping.
- Compile spreadsheets for CAM and tax estimates.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Property Management undergraduate program.
- A motivated mindset with an interest in sales, real estate, or helping people.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Experience with social media.
- Ability to solve problems and think creatively.
- A valid driver's license and personal transportation.
Location & details#
- Location: Fairfax, Virginia.
- Compensation: $15.00 per hour.
- This position does not offer sponsorship.
About Van Metre Companies
Van Metre Companies is a real estate firm based in Fairfax, Virginia. Founded in 1955, the business operates across residential and commercial sectors. It manages apartment communities, retail centers, and office properties while providing construction and mortgage services. The company employs between 501 and 1,000 people.
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