Summer 2024 - Valuation & Advisory Services Intern

Make your next move an expert one.

At Colliers it’s not our success that sets us apart, it’s how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what’s right for our clients, people and communities.

Why Colliers?

Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers’ continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble, decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career.

Purpose of Position

The Valuation & Advisory Services Intern is responsible for providing support to the Valuation & Advisory Services team. Within this role, the intern will undertake a diverse array of tasks, such as, data collection and analysis, market research, drafting market overviews, verifying information through phone calls with industry experts, and participating in property inspections as required. This internship offers invaluable opportunities for practical exposure across various real estate asset classes, with the intern actively engaging with senior team members in the field.

Summary of Essential Job Functions
- Research and compile market data and overviews, which will be incorporated in appraisal and valuation reports, by using internal and external resources including Colliers’ proprietary Report Builder software and third party databases such as MLS, RealNet, Urbanation, GeoWarehouse, MPAC, Statistics Canada, etc.
- Conduct survey calls to obtain and confirm market and zoning information, as well as planning research within the respective municipality.
- Attend site inspections and assist the senior team member with the inspection by preparing inspection notes.
- Assist in developing, updating, and maintaining commercial property valuation models, utilizing Argus Software or Excel.
- Organize and implement data reporting to senior team members on specific assignments.
- Ensuring projects files are well-written and supported and complies with required policies, formats, and regulations.
- Maintaining internal database for sale, lease and operating comparables.
- Reviewing and abstracting lease agreements that are provided.
- Other duties as required.

**Required Skills**:

- Must be working towards or has completed a degree and/or diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution. A major/specialization in Real Estate would be preferred.
- Minimum of 1 year work experience in a business or office environment.
- Knowledge of Argus Enterprise would be considered an asset.
- Travel to site inspections as required. Having a valid driver’s license would be considered an asset.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to manage and organize multiple on-going project files to ensure deadlines are met and ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
- Maintains a high degree of discretion and confidentiality; uses diplomacy, discretion, and judgment in disclosing information.

Competencies

Action Oriented
- Is action oriented and enjoys working hard; is energetic and willing to take on challenging assignments; seizes personal development opportunities.

Organizing
- Can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a deliverable; uses resources effectively and efficiently; arranges information and files it in a useful manner. Can marshal resources (people, funding, material and support) to get things done accurately and on time.

Perseverance
- Pursues everything with energy, drive and a need to finish; seldom gives up before finishing; especially in the face of resistance or setbacks.

Priority Setting
- Spends their time and others time on what's important; quickly zeros in on the critical few and puts the trivial many aside; can quickly sense what will help or hinder accomplishing a goal; eliminates roadblocks; creates focus.

Service Excellence
- Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; seeks customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customer in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Make your next move an expert one and _join us _as we lead the industry into the future.

Direct applicants only please, no agencies.