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Monday, January 20, 2020

Internship - UPholdings Real Estate

Who: UPholdings

What:UPholdings is a housing development company based in Chicago, working across the United States, focused on building affordable housing. Our portfolio includes a wide range of projects types, targeting various population groups, throughout both urban and rural communities. UPholdings’ portfolio includes affordable multifamily properties and permanent supportive housing properties (each consisting of 18-92 units), along with four (4) new projects currently under construction. Our company employs six talented team members, each with expertise in affordable and supportive housing developments.

Location: 900 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, Illinois.

Compensation: Interns will be compensated hourly commensurate with experience.

Description: Interns will: (1) work closely with staff on various project management tasks, including compiling financing, due-diligence, compliance, and supportive documentation associated with existing, prospective, and under-development projects; (2) coordinate on-going project tasks with vendors, site managers, and contractors; and (3) assist staff with office administrative duties, including tracking project finances, scheduling appointments, preparing outgoing document deliveries, and maintaining office supplies.

Qualifications: Applicants should:
  • Be enrolled in an educational program concentrating on urban planning and development, real estate transactions, or finance;
  • Prepared to dedicate 15-30 hours weekly working in our office;
  • Have previous professional experience working in an office environment;
  • Capable of managing multiple tasks, meeting deadlines, and working on teams.

Apply by sending your resume and cover letter to petra@upholdings.net.

It is our policy and practice to provide and promote equal opportunities for all applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, medical condition, handicap or disability.

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