Intern, Real Estate Financial Operations

Job Description

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About Bedrock

Bedrock is an award-winning real estate developer specializing in comprehensive city-building initiatives in Detroit and Cleveland. Its core philosophy is to operate for more than profit, focusing on creating iconic cityscapes, rehabilitating historic properties, and providing space for the community.

Since its inception in 2011, Bedrock has committed and invested over $7.5 billion. This investment has led to the development and restoration of more than 140 properties, encompassing over 21 million square feet. These properties include office spaces, retail establishments, residential units, hospitality venues, industrial sites, data centers, and parking facilities. In recognition of its innovative approach, Bedrock was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies by Fast Company in 2024. For more information, Bedrock can be found at BedrockDetroit.com and on social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.

Job Description

Program Overview
The internship program at Bedrock offers emerging professionals the chance to gain practical, hands-on experience within their assigned team or business area. Interns will have opportunities to work and collaborate with others. The program is designed to help participants develop real-world skills, explore potential career paths, contribute to impactful projects, and gain mentorship. Through this experience, interns will learn how Bedrock, as a full-cycle real estate and development company, brings vibrant and sustainable urban cores to life.

Real Estate Financial Operations Teams
The internship offers placement within various business areas that fall under Real Estate Financial Operations. These areas include:
• Accounting
• Public Finance
• Financial Planning & Analysis
• Capital Markets
• Acquisitions & Transactions
• Asset Management

Internship Application Instructions
In addition to applying through the posting with a resume, all applicants are required to email a personal essay. The essay should be no more than 500 words and must address the following points:
• Why you are applying: Explain what attracts you to Bedrock and what aspects of the organization interest you most.
• Preferred team or business area: Indicate which team or department you are most enthusiastic about interning with, aligning with your interests, background, or career goals.
• What you hope to gain and why: Share your learning objectives or accomplishments you aim for during the internship and how this opportunity fits into your academic, professional, or personal goals.

Applicants are encouraged to be authentic and thoughtful in their responses, as this will aid in understanding their interests and matching them with a suitable team for a meaningful summer experience. The personal essay must be emailed to Recruiting@BedrockDetroit.com. The application window officially closes on December 5th at 4:00 PM EST.

Position Requirements
To be eligible for this internship, candidates must meet the following criteria:
• Must be an undergraduate student entering their junior year or higher in the fall of 2026.
• Must be pursuing a degree related to the team or business area indicated in their personal essay.
• Previous internship or work experience is considered beneficial.
• The internship is fully on-site at Bedrock’s offices and properties located in downtown Detroit, MI.
• Housing at Wayne State University can be requested by interns whose permanent address is more than 50 miles away from Detroit.

Internship Qualifications
Successful candidates for the internship should possess the following abilities and skills:
• Ability to perform tasks in accordance with established procedures.
• Ability to think critically and solve basic problems.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Disclaimer and Equal Opportunity Employer
The job description is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities and does not limit the right of management to assign, direct, and control employee work. All principal duties are essential functions and are subject to review and revision. This description does not constitute an employment contract; Bedrock operates as an at-will employer. Bedrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer.