Real Estate - ESG Summer Intern 2026 (m|f|x) London

Nuveen Real Estate is one of the biggest real estate investment managers globally, managing $156 billion in assets. They manage a variety of funds and mandates, covering both public and private investments, and span across debt and equity in diverse locations and styles. With over 85 years of experience and more than 745 employees in 30 cities across the US, Europe, and Asia Pacific, they offer unmatched geographic reach and deep sector expertise. 

Tasks

• Investment Memorandums: Help create investment memorandums. 
• Research & Analysis: Dive into industry trends, competitors, and product characteristics to support product development. 
• Presentations & Proposals: Prepare detailed product presentations, proposals, and recommendations. 
• Enquiries: Respond to questions from external and internal business partners.

Profile / Your qualification / Your personality

• Academic Excellence: On track for at least a 2:1 or higher undergraduate degree (or equivalent). 
• Investment Management Knowledge & Interest: Academic background or demonstrated interest in Real Estate E.g. Relevant coursework; active participation in investment clubs; managing a virtual portfolio; following market commentary; reading financial news 
• Technical skills:  Preferably have prior experience of coding such as VBA, and/or familiarity with Python and Bloomberg is a plus. 
• Communication Skills: Ability to translate complex information into clear, concise written and verbal communications tailored to different audiences. E.g. You should be comfortable in preparing client ready emails, delivering presentations to a small group of your team or writing reports that inform decision-making. 
• Team Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively in team settings by actively listening to others' perspectives, contributing constructively to group discussions.  E.g. You should be able to adapt your working style to help deliver team goals & objectives. 
• Critical Thinking: Demonstrated ability to understand business problems from multiple angles, identify key drivers of outcomes, and propose solutions that balance competing priorities. E.g. Be able to demonstrate interest in understanding investment principles and how client needs align with product offerings. 
• Microsoft Office Proficiency: Strong competency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook & advanced in Excel). E.g. Creating financial models, using pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros, data visualization, building scripts for data analysis, and automating tasks. 
• Initiative and Ownership: Track record of taking ownership of projects or responsibilities without constant supervision.  E.g. You should be able to proactively identify problems and propose solutions, ensuring regular communication with where appropriate. 

That awaits you

• 10-Week Program: Participate in a robust training curriculum, company functions, speaker series, lunch-and-learns, and social networking events for career growth and personal development.  
• Hands-On Experience: Attend business meetings, deliver presentations, explore business-specific tasks, contribute to projects, and work closely with cross-functional groups.  
• Global Exposure: Connect with Senior Business Leaders globally across Nuveen and TIAA.  
• Career Opportunities: Potential to secure a permanent role upon graduation. 

Application

• We will only consider students in their penultimate year graduating in 2027.  
• We will only consider applicants who have the right to live and work in the country for where the internship is located.  
• You must be able to work the internship dates of 22nd June – 28th August 2026.  

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Location

201 Bishopsgate, GB-EC2M 3BN London