Summer Internship – Real Estate Investments 

About the Internship 

The RockStep Capital Summer Internship Program offers an exclusive, hands-on opportunity for one highly motivated student to gain real-world experience in commercial real estate investment. This one-on-one internship provides direct exposure to acquisitions, finance, and investor relations, while working closely with senior leadership and contributing to live deals. 

As part of the experience, the intern will undertake a summer-long market research project focused on real estate acquisitions, culminating in a final presentation to RockStep’s executive team. 

Who We Are:     

Drawing from an authentic heritage and a retailer’s perspective, RockStep has the expertise and desire to create modern, community centric destinations for the next generation. Since 1997, RockStep Capital has built or acquired over 9 million square feet of shopping centers in 11 states. RockStep Capital specifically targets markets with dynamic demand drivers and growing demographics.  

To learn more, visit the website: https://rockstep.com/  

Essential Functions:  

Summer Project – Market Research for Acquisitions 

• Conduct market research and analysis to identify real estate investment opportunities 

• Analyze economic, demographic, and industry trends 

• Evaluate emerging markets and strategies for RockStep’s portfolio 

• Present findings to senior leadership at the end of the internship 

Cross Department Experience 

Acquisitions 

• Assist in underwriting and financial modeling 

• Support due diligence: financial statements, leases, asset performance 

• Conduct property research and competitive analysis 

Finance 

• Assist with financial reporting, forecasting, and investor return modeling 

• Support capital structuring and budgeting 

• Analyze deal structures and assess risk 

Investor Relations 

• Prepare investor presentations and financial reports 

• Participate in investor meetings and capital fundraising efforts 

• Support stakeholder communication strategies 

What You’ll Gain 

• One-on-One Mentorship: Direct support from the Chief Investment Officer and senior leaders 

• Live Deal Experience: Engage in real estate transactions and financial modeling 

• Executive Exposure: Attend investment committee meetings and strategy sessions 

• Capstone Project: Present research findings to RockStep’s leadership team 

Who We Are Looking For 

• Rising junior or senior pursuing finance, real estate, economics, business, or related fields 

• Skilled in analysis, financial modeling, and research 

• Motivated, detail-oriented, and a strong problem solver 

• Excellent communicator—both written and verbal 

• Passionate about commercial real estate and investment strategy 

• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial analysis tools