Agree Realty Corporation
Self‑managed REIT acquiring, developing & managing net‑lease retail properties nationwide.
10‑week real estate internship supporting acquisitions & development teams.
2 days ago
Entry-level
Internship
Royal Oak, Michigan, United States
Office Full-Time
Company Size
75 Employees
Service Specialisms
Property Development
Real Estate Acquisition
Property Management
Leasing
Investor Relations
Joint Ventures
Development Inquiries
Acquisition Inquiries
Sector Specialisms
Retail
Net Leased Properties
Community Shopping Centers
Commercial Real Estate
Property Acquisition
Property Development
Property Management
Omni-Channel Retail Real Estate
Role
Description
market research
underwriting
report prep
investment materials
performance calls
presentation
- Perform detailed market research including lease and sale comps
- Complete various underwriting deals
- Prepare market summary reports and aerials
- Assist with preparation of Investment Committee materials
- Meet and interact with each functional department
- Conduct store performance calls
- Assist in miscellaneous projects as assigned
- Create and share a presentation at the end of the internship
Requirements
bachelor's
finance
excel
powerpoint
detail
teamwork
- Recent graduate or incoming college senior (Fall 2026) pursuing a Bachelor’s degree
- Coursework in Finance, Real Estate or Economics (preferred)
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong analytical and computer skills, especially MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong interpersonal skills for internal and external interactions, including senior leaders
- Ability to multitask, prioritize and meet firm deadlines
Benefits
Real Estate Intern. This 10‑week internship will give you real‑world experience working side‑by‑side with experienced professionals in commercial real estate. Interns will perform a variety of integral functions to support the Acquisitions or Development team through our origination efforts, including underwriting potential opportunities. The internship includes shadowing business teams (Due Diligence, Development, Asset Management) to provide full visibility of a deal’s lifecycle, and concludes with a presentation of your summer work.
Team members enjoy a modern office with a stocked café, auditorium, coffee bar, and collaborative workspaces, along with ongoing professional development and technology training opportunities to advance their careers.
- 100% company‑paid monthly health insurance premiums for members and dependents
- 100% company‑paid short‑term, long‑term, and life insurance premiums
- Simple IRA retirement plan with 3% company match
- Three company‑provided lunches per week
- Onsite fully equipped gym and locker rooms
- Volunteer opportunity through Agree Gives Back program
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
2,422 Properties
Owned and Operated
These properties span all 50 U.S. states and cover approximately 50 million square feet.
99% Occupancy
Strong Portfolio Performance
The portfolio maintains near-perfect occupancy, reflecting consistent demand from tenants.
$1.9B Liquidity
Fortress Balance Sheet
Robust liquidity provides financial flexibility and stability for future growth.
BBB+ Credit Rating
Excellent Financial Health
The BBB+ rating underscores the company's strong creditworthiness and financial stability.
- Evolved from a regional developer to a national REIT.
- Focuses on essential, omni-channel retailers with long-term leases and investment-grade tenants.
- Known for reducing exposure to struggling sectors early (e.g., pivoting away from Walgreens) and focusing on resilience.
Culture + Values
100%
Healthcare Coverage
Full payment of medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance premiums for team members and their families.
100%
ESG Training Participation
All team members completed ESG training in 2023, emphasizing environmental, social, and governance practices.
- Paid time off and holidays, fully-equipped on-site fitness amenities, and leaves of absence for specified events through the “Agree Wellness Program”
- Ongoing professional development opportunities to advance careers
- Commitment to highest standards of ethics and integrity—directors, officers, and team members promote honest and ethical conduct
- Whistleblower policy enabling confidential grievance reporting without retaliation
Environment + Sustainability
113,625 lbs
Annual Waste Management
The headquarters handles approximately 113,625 pounds of annual waste, avoiding hazardous waste production and donating e-waste.
66%
Tenant Outreach
In 2023, ~66% of the tenant base (by base-rent) was engaged to discuss sustainable initiatives like EV charging and emissions data sharing.
$60M
Environmental Risk Exposure
Portfolio diversification limits environmental risk exposure to under $60 million within any 10-mile radius.
396,000 tCO₂e
Total Emissions
2023 reported emissions include 396,000 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent across Scope 1, 2, and 3, with changes noted in emission trends.
- New state-of-the-art headquarters (July 2023) anticipated to receive LEED certification, featuring EV charging, motion-activated lighting, water-use reduction, energy-efficient materials, daylighting via skylight/glass.
- Green leases executed with tenants; earned Gold Level Green Lease Leaders recognition two years running.
- Incomplete Scope 1, 2 GHG emissions inventory and calculated Scope 3 downstream emissions using actual/estimated data.
- Environmental risk assessed across portfolio (drought, flooding, wildfire, etc.), with portfolio diversification: largest exposure < $60 M within any 10-mile radius; > 2,100 assets in 49 states, no state > 7 % of RBA.
- GRESB Public Disclosure Score improved from D to B; MSCI ESG Rating upgraded from B to BBB.
- 2023 Sustainability Report aligned with IFRS, SASB, TCFD, IFRS S1/S2 disclosures; fourth annual report.
- Has not publicly committed to net-zero target date.
Inclusion & Diversity
100% ESG Training
Training Completion Rate
All team members completed ESG training in 2023, demonstrating commitment to sustainable practices.
- Added a third female director (Linglong He) effective January 1, 2024; board now has 3 women out of 10 directors.
- All Audit, Nominating & Governance, and Compensation committee members are independent; independent directors meet quarterly without officers/staff.
- Independent directors have a median tenure of 4 years; 6 new independent directors appointed since 2018.
- ESG Steering Committee oversees inclusion/diversity via formal charter.
- No additional quantitative gender breakdown (e.g., % women employees or leadership) publicly disclosed in available sources.