Intern, Property Management

RPM Living • Spring Hill, TN

9h • Onsite

About The Position

At RPM, we’re in the business of extraordinary. We believe people-first is the way to success which is why we provide top industry pay, comprehensive benefits, and a path of upward mobility via career training and education. Join us and start your extraordinary journey today.
The internship program will run from Monday, June 1, through Wednesday, August 5. Interns must be available to participate for the full duration of the program.
Position Summary
The Leasing Intern is responsible for leasing, marketing, and maintaining positive resident relations. The Leasing Intern position provides college and university students with an opportunity to learn the property management business onsite with a “host manager.” The program provides students with the foundation for a career path in property management. Students who obtain their degree and complete the program as top performers will be considered for full-time opportunities. This program provides interns with exposure to every area of on-site property operations.

Requirements

• Current college student – Junior year or entering senior year
• Must be available for the duration of the program; June 1st - August 5th, 2026
• Must be available to work weekends as needed
• May be required to sit for extended periods of time while working at a desk
• May be required to climb stairs
• Must be able to read documents, computer screens and data
• Must be able to hear and understand verbal communications in person and over the phone or computer
• May occasionally be required to lift or carry items such as files or office supplies weighing up to 20 pounds
• Must be able to use mobile devices and applications for work-related tasks

Responsibilities

• Respond to telephone and internet inquiries from residents and prospects to schedule virtual, self-guided, and in-person tours
• Greet and qualify prospects professionally using guest cards in our Lead Management Software. Assist prospects with applications and deposits, adhering to company procedures and Fair Housing requirements
• Keep an updated availability report, process applications with credit checks and rental history verification, then submit them for processing
• Community Manager approval and follow-up with applicants on their status
• Show apartments and close sales, prepare them for move-ins, obtain new residents' signatures on paperwork, and provide community orientation
• Assist in maintaining an active and effective social media presence for the property to enhance visibility and engagement
• Promote resident satisfaction and retention by promptly responding to complaints, questions, and requests, and taking appropriate actions to resolve service issues
• Conducts all functions necessary to close the sale, including making appointments, generating new leads, conducting tours, maintaining showrooms, and any follow-up necessary
• Utilize marketing strategies to ensure traffic within the limitations of the Marketing Budget and the Marketing Plan(i.e., competitive rental rates, referrals, promotions, locators, and outreach)
• Projects a favorable image of the community to achieve property objectives and public recognition
• Focuses on securing resident retention in ways such as planning resident functions (i.e. parties, contests, etc.); attend after hours functions and participating as a host as needed
• Completes all necessary paperwork for generating a lease, move-in, check-out, and other peak periods promptly
• Attends weekly and daily goal-setting meetings as appropriate
• Collaborate with the property maintenance team to ensure prompt responses and completion of resident service requests in line with the company's standards
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Weekly pay for all associates working onsite at an apartment community
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage available for all full-time, regular associates
• Employer-paid employee assistance, mental health, and wellness programs
• Ancillary benefits including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
• 401(k) with robust company match
• Opportunities for professional development, career growth, and role-based learning plans
• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) and multiple Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
• Paid time off plus floating holidays and volunteer days
• Discounted Perks (Costco membership, movie tickets, health & wellness, entertainment & travel discounts)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed