Real Estate Research Associate

About the Role

Atlantic Pacific Companies is seeking a Real Estate Research Associate to support the Acquisitions/Applications team by researching government housing programs and preparing grant and funding applications. This role is designed for individuals with strong writing and research skills who want to contribute to securing funding for affordable and workforce housing communities. The ideal candidate enjoys detailed work, translating complex rules into clear submissions, and seeing projects through completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, analyze, and interpret Qualified Allocation Plans (QAPs) and federal, state, and local affordable housing program rules.
• Prepare and submit grant and funding applications to federal, state, and local government finance agencies.
• Research public sources of construction and permanent financing.
• Search for development opportunities, such as Requests for Qualifications (RFQs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs), screen them, and help prepare submissions.
• Write clear, accurate, and persuasive narratives and supporting materials for applications.
• Assist with research and data collection for mapping projects using Google Earth and Google Maps.
• Support the team with acquisition and underwriting due diligence.
• Attend meetings and workshops as needed.
• Keep paper and electronic files complete, accurate, and organized using established naming conventions.
• Perform related duties as required.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor's degree.
• Strong writing skills, with an eye for detail and accuracy.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, and Google Earth.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet firm deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel occasionally (including overnight) and work flexible hours to meet deadlines.

Other Qualifications

• Grant writing or proposal writing experience.
• Knowledge of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program or other state and federal housing programs.
• Real estate, government, nonprofit, or community development experience is a plus.

Real estate experience is a plus, but not required. We welcome recent graduates and early-career professionals from backgrounds like public policy, urban planning, economics, finance, political science, English, communications, or similar fields.