Commercial Real Estate Extended Intern/Co-op

6 days ago


Des Moines, Iowa, United States Principal Financial Group, Inc. Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Commercial Real Estate Extended Intern/Co-op to join our Principal Real Estate team for an extended internship/co-op from May to December 2025. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various areas of Commercial Real Estate, including Commercial Mortgage Backed Securities, Asset Management/Ops, Acquisitions & Dispositions, and Dedicated Private Equity Team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide analytical support for evaluating equity or debt investment opportunities across multiple product types (industrial, apartments, office, retail, etc.)
  • Perform market research, review due diligence materials, prepare presentations, and assist with written investment committee memos
  • Develop knowledge of products, programs, and clients' needs through available training programs and involvement in investment activities
Requirements
  • Working towards or have a recent Bachelor's degree or equivalent (preference for degrees in finance, mathematics, economics, real estate, or accounting)
  • Strong quantitative financial and statistics background including an understanding of basic finance concepts such as time value of money
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Highly motivated individual with a self-starter approach
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
  • Availability to work onsite (four days a week, one day remote) in Des Moines, IA for 40 hours/week from May-December 2025
What We Offer
  • A comprehensive training program to acquire valuable industry knowledge
  • Tailored development opportunities to prepare you for future advancement
  • A lump sum stipend of $6,000 to support incidental expenses
  • A flexible work arrangement with four days a week onsite and one day remote
Work Authorization/Sponsorship

At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States.

Investment Code of Ethics

For Principal Asset Management positions, you'll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Principal Financial Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.



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