Internship

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Job Title

2026 New York Summer Internship

Job Description Summary

We are a full-service global commercial real estate company with over 100 years of experience, 52,000 professionals and 400 offices worldwide. We are driven to solve complex problems, and we have the expertise and experience to bring solutions to life.

At Cushman & Wakefield we believe Better Never Settles. That’s why we never settle for the world that’s been built, but relentlessly drive it forward for our clients, colleagues and communities. We push boundaries, think creatively, and strive to exceed expectations in everything we do. Our people are the foundation of our success, and we foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and inclusion to deliver the best outcomes for our clients.

The Cushman & Wakefield New York Summer Internship is a paid, eight-week program designed for rising college juniors and seniors to gain hands-on experience in commercial real estate (CRE). Interns will support business activities by assisting with and completing special projects and client service, across various teams.

While many interns gain exposure on one of our various Leasing teams—including sourcing, securing, and servicing clients on both the tenant and landlord sides—placements may also include Capital Markets, Research, Marketing, Asset Services, Project Development Services, Valuation & Advisory or Consulting, depending on business needs and intern interests. This structure provides a well-rounded experience and insight into multiple facets of the CRE industry.

Job Description

• Gather information, conduct research, and analyze data to provide relevant insights and recommendations
• Assist teams in the execution of daily tasks and projects
• Respond to day-to-day requests, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of information and resolution of issues
• Review and analyze real estate documents (e.g., leases, operating expense statements, appraisals) and prepare summary reports
• Shadow senior professionals during transaction negotiations, evaluations, and documentation processes
• Support outreach efforts to potential clients through calls, emails, and other communication channels
• Contribute to the creation of materials, pitch decks, and client deliverables
• Track project timelines and generate regular reports to support business objectives
• Develop professional expertise through on-the-job training, observation, and collaboration
• Attend Global and local Internship programing and mentorship events.
  
  

Qualifications

• Pursing a degree in Real Estate, Finance, Accounting, Economics, and/or Business related.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); familiarity with CRM tools is a plus
• Collaborative team player with excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
• High sense of urgency and ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines.
• Meticulous attention to detail and thoroughness in all tasks.
  
  

Program Details

Dates: June 1 – July 24

Anticipated graduation date: Spring 2026 – Spring 2028

Permanent US Work Authorization Required.

We do not offer relocation assistance or housing for our internship program.

Estimated Comp For Role

$25.00 per hour

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [email protected] . Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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