Originations Intern (Summer 2027)

About Lincoln Avenue Communities

Lincoln Avenue Communities (LAC) is a mission-driven real estate private equity firm focused on developing and preserving affordable housing. As a vertically integrated developer, investor, and operator, LAC provides sustainable, high-quality homes across 34 states. The company's portfolio includes over 200+ properties and 35,000+ homes. LAC has been recognized as the No. 1 developer on Affordable Housing Finance’s 2026 AHF 50 list for two consecutive years.

The Opportunity & Our Summer Internship Program

Lincoln Avenue Communities (LAC) is seeking a Summer Analyst to join the Originations team in Santa Monica for a 10-week program. This program offers hands-on experience in affordable multifamily real estate, focusing on identifying, sourcing, and evaluating investment opportunities.

The Originations team is responsible for identifying potential acquisitions, building relationships with property owners, and maintaining a pipeline of opportunities to expand LAC’s affordable housing portfolio.

As an Originations Summer Analyst, you will gain exposure to the early stages of real estate investing, including researching potential acquisitions, supporting outreach, and tracking new opportunities. The program emphasizes developing analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills through mentorship, training, and project experience.

Program Details

• Duration: 10 weeks (Monday, June 7 – Friday, August 13)
• Eligibility: Current college seniors graduating in Spring 2027 and rising seniors graduating in Spring 2028.
• Work Structure: Full-time (5 days in the office)
• Pay:
• Undergraduate Students: $25/hr
• Graduate Students: $32/hr
• Housing/Living Stipends: Available for students residing outside of Los Angeles County.

What You’ll Do

As an Originations Summer Analyst, you will:

• Proactively originate and analyze new opportunities for the acquisitions team.
• Effectively manage relationships.
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of new opportunities.
• Identify potential deals and cultivate relationships by differentiating LAC's value proposition.
• Administer outreach sequences and assist with follow-up on leads.
• Help maintain the CRM contact database for prospecting.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

This role is ideal for individuals with strong analytical and communication skills and a genuine interest in real estate investing, business development, and relationship building.

• Ability to take full ownership of responsibilities while collaborating with the team.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to execute investments quickly.
• Good presentation and communication (oral and verbal) skills.
• Impeccable organization and follow-through skills.
• A natural drive to build relationships.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.