Job Description:

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Dream Finders Homes Intern program is a paid summer internship for students seeking career growth and development in the Homebuilding Industry. The Land Analyst Intern will be assigned to the Land Department, with the primary responsibility of assisting the Land and Executive Management teams in making informed decisions regarding the financial feasibility of prospective land acquisitions. The Intern will also be exposed to multiple functions and levels in the organization through shadowing other departments. The Intern will also attend process improvement training and lead a process improvement project with defined outcomes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research and compile supporting data on sales comparisons, demographics, product competition, entitlements, market trends and other information relevant to a project's viability.


• Prepare initial land acquisition and development budgets for prospective land acquisitions.


• Create and maintain detailed financial models that accurately reflect a project's expected profitability and returns.


• Create investment packages for internal land committee meetings and prospective investors.


• Perform due diligence procedures for potential land acquisitions.


• Other tasks may include updating the land acquisition pipeline and database, research ownership and contact information of off-market properties and drafting initial offer letters.


• Support administrative tasks, including organizing files, scheduling, and managing communications.


• Participate in meetings and provide input on strategies and decisions.


• Lead or assist in a project management and process improvement project, focusing on efficiency and effectiveness within the department.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE

• Currently enrolled in a related field, e.g., business, real estate, finance


• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and/or other relevant software.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges.

What You'll Gain

• Real-world experience and a deeper understanding of the Homebuilding Industry


• Exposure to multiple departments and an understanding of various functions within a company.


• Practical application of process improvement methodologies.


• Development of key skills such as project management, communication, and problem-solving.


• Networking opportunities within the company and industry.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. Vision abilities required by the job are close vision. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to handle, feel, and operate office equipment such as a computer, copier, and office supplies.

In addition, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with their arms and hands, and to stoop, kneel or crouch. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the job.

Note: This document describes the minimum, essential duties, responsibilities, skills, abilities, effort, and working conditions of the position. It in no way implies that these are the only functions to be performed by the incumbent. Workers are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any job-related functions requested by a supervisor or manager. Successful performance requires that the incumbent possess and utilize the abilities and skills described. All functions are subject to reasonable modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some functions may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or others.

Equal Opportunity Employer