Real Estate Development Intern

Description

The Doran Group is responsible for developing, designing, constructing, marketing and managing the Doran family’s award-winning portfolio of properties, including luxury multi-family residential communities and retail centers. One of the most prolific developers throughout the Twin Cities, the Doran family’s focus on high design combined with dedicated 5-star service ensures a level of quality and luxury unparalleled in the marketplace.

The Doran Group is seeking a motivated Real Estate Development Intern to join our Development team for Summer 2026. This full-time internship provides hands-on exposure to the real estate development process, including financial modeling, feasibility analysis, and project support across multiple asset types.

This role is designed as a career-track opportunity. Successful interns will be considered finalists for an Associate Developer position upon graduation.

Duration: June–August 2026 , based in MN (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Build and analyze real estate development pro formas in Microsoft Excel
• Assist with financial modeling, cash flow analysis, and return metrics
• Support feasibility studies, market research, and site analysis
• Prepare professional presentations and project materials in Microsoft PowerPoint
• Assist with due diligence, zoning research, and project documentation
• Collaborate with internal development, construction, and property management teams
  
  

Requirements

Required:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, Business, Urban Planning, or a related field
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including development pro forma modeling
• Experience creating presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Availability to work full-time (40 hours/week) for the entire summer
  
  

Preferred

• Prior internship, coursework, or project experience in real estate development or finance
• Familiarity with real estate financial concepts (IRR, NPV, cash flow modeling)
• Connection to or strong interest in working in Minnesota
• Willingness to work on-site during the internship
  
  

Compensation

• $20-$23 per hour
• Full-time, paid internship with mentorship and real project exposure
• This position is not eligible for benefits. It is eligible for Sick and Safe time and MN Paid Medical and Family Leave.