Real Estate Acquisitions Intern

Job overview

The Real Estate Acquisitions Intern role is onsite in Columbus, OH, with opportunities in Cleveland, Dayton, and Cincinnati. Compensation is performance-based and discussed during the interview process; the posting also lists $1–$20 per hour. Reafco is an investment-focused real estate brokerage specializing in residential properties with 1–20 units across Ohio. The intern supports identification, evaluation, and coordination of potential residential investment opportunities. Through guided exposure to acquisition workflows, the role contributes to property research, analysis, documentation, and transaction preparation.

What you'll do

• Support lead generation and property-owner outreach
• review property data and market comparables
• assist with basic investment analysis using rental and resale metrics
• support underwriting and acquisition documentation
• observe negotiation and contract coordination
• and assist with transaction tracking and closing preparation.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

real estate acquisitions intern

reafco

columbus oh

residential investment

property research

market comparables

investment analysis

underwriting

transaction coordination

mentorship

flexible scheduling

performance-based compensation

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Advancement opportunities, paid time off, training and development, structured mentorship, networking, and flexible scheduling.

Why this role

Structured mentorship from licensed real estate professionals, flexible part-time or full-time internship options, and no prior real estate experience required.

About the employer

Reafco is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Real Estate Agents and Brokers. Sector: 53.