About the role#
As a Leasing Community Intern, you will serve as a key point of contact for our residents and prospective clients. You will work to maintain high occupancy levels through effective leasing and resident retention. This role requires a blend of administrative work and direct customer service. You will work on-site, participating in training programs to develop your leasing skills while supporting the daily operations of the community.
What you'll do#
- Greet prospective residents and answer leasing calls.
- Determine client needs and present apartment homes using feature-benefit selling techniques.
- Close sales and manage follow-ups with potential residents.
- Handle lease applications and maintain accurate lease documentation.
- Participate in lease file audits and complete required training, including the Cardinal Way of Leasing.
- Manage administrative front desk tasks and ensure the tour path remains clean.
- Assist with planning community events and various property projects.
- Perform on-call duties, such as lock-outs and nightly rounds.
- Work evenings and weekends as scheduled.
What you'll need#
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Current enrollment in 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 assigned floor.
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and access all areas of the property.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Availability to work approximately 20 hours per week, including evenings and weekends.
- Ability to embody the company culture and values.
Location & details#
- Location: College Station, Texas.
- Schedule: Part-time, approximately 20 hours per week.
- Term: Rolling.
- Compensation: Paid role 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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