About the role#
NAI NorCal offers a DoD Skillbridge internship for active duty US Armed Forces members. This program provides hands-on experience in a commercial real estate brokerage firm, with a structured training program designed to prepare participants for potential full-time roles. The internship is open to those approaching their final 6 to 12 months of military service.
What you'll do#
- Participate in a structured training program focused on brokerage, development, and investment.
- Collaborate with team members to achieve collective goals.
- Utilize the company CRM to manage leads and maintain transparent communication.
- Assist the team in generating new leads for calls and marketing property listings.
- Work in an environment that emphasizes initiative, time management, and urgency.
What you'll need#
- Current active duty military status with authorization to participate in the DoD Skillbridge program.
- High school diploma or GED; a Bachelor's degree is preferred.
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Willingness to obtain a California Real Estate Salesperson or broker license.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Demonstrated initiative and a commitment to meeting or exceeding deadlines.
- Academic background in Business Administration, Finance, Real Estate, Communications, or Marketing is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: San Francisco, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Commitment: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
- Term: Rolling.
About NAI NorCal
NAI NorCal is a commercial real estate firm based in Oakland, California. Founded in 2004, the company provides brokerage and consulting services across the San Francisco Bay Area. It operates as a partner of NAI Global, a network of commercial real estate professionals. The firm manages properties including office, industrial, and retail spaces.
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