About the role#
As a Leasing Community Intern, you will support our operations team by managing front desk tasks and helping residents. This role focuses on maintaining high occupancy through excellent customer service and effective leasing practices. You will work on-site and participate in community events while gaining experience in the real estate industry.
What you'll do#
- Greet prospective clients and answer leasing calls.
- Determine client needs and present apartment homes.
- Close sales and follow up with interested prospects.
- Complete lease applications and maintain accurate file documentation.
- Participate in lease file audits and Cardinal Way of Leasing training.
- Assist with community events and various projects.
- Maintain the cleanliness of the tour path.
- Handle on-call responsibilities, including lock-outs and nightly rounds.
- Work evenings and weekends as required.
What you'll need#
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Enrollment in a degree program at an accredited college or university with at least 6 credit hours.
- Completion of at least one year of college with a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA.
- Must be a current or future leaseholder at the community and live on the designated floor.
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
- Valid driver license.
- Ability to work approximately 20 hours per week, including evenings and weekends.
- Commitment to Cardinal Culture and Core Values.
Location & details#
- Location: Austin, Texas.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Part-time, approximately 20 hours per week.
- Compensation: Hourly rate with bonus eligibility.
About Cardinal Group Companies
Cardinal Group Companies operates within the real estate sector. The firm specializes in student housing, property management, and asset management. Based in Denver, Colorado, the organization maintains a workforce of over 1,500 employees. It focuses on residential communities and construction management.
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