Real Estate Valuations Intern - Data & Appraisals

Description

Step into the fast-paced world of real estate lending as Lima One Capital's Valuations Intern, where you'll dive into appraisal review, coordination, and construction management initiatives that keep deals moving toward the closing table. We're looking for a results-oriented self-starter with a growth mindset - someone eager to learn our business from the inside out and dig into the financial data that drives it. You'll get an energizing introduction to our company, our culture, and the people who make it all work. Best of all, your summer will be anchored by a hands-on project deliverable that puts your ideas into action and lets you make a real, lasting impact on our business.

Responsibilities:

• Organize and assign daily appraisal service requests
• Ensure department service level agreements are met
• Interact with third party appraisal vendors about performance levels and scheduling
• Document departmental reporting
• Assist department with AMC Audits
• Recruit & onboard direct engage appraisers

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or pursuing degree in Real Estate, Business, or related field
• Motivated self-starter who seeks to create value
• Individual who embraces feedback and is eager to learn
• Basic understanding of, or interest in, residential real estate concepts and the appraisal/valuation process
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple requests and deadlines
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with internal teams and third-party vendors
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Program Details

• Location: Onsite in Greenville, SC. Join us in our thoughtfully designed headquarters in the heart of downtown Greenville (parking is paid for!). Housing assistance available for qualified individuals.
• Duration: 11 weeks - Monday, May 17th to Friday, July 30th, 2027
• Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:30pm
• Pay: All our interns are paid for the work they perform, hourly rate dependent on position

What We Offer

• On-the-Job Learning: Roll up your sleeves on projects that matter
• 1-on-1 Time with Senior Leaders: Get insights you won’t find in books
• Learning Sessions: Master Excel, understand credit, and learn to invest
• Internship Outings: Networking meets unforgettable summer experiences
• Bold Culture: Team spirit, celebrations, and a people-first mindset

Why Lima One?

At Lima One Capital we’re relentlessly focused on a simple but powerful goal: to be the nation’s premier lender for real estate investors. Inspired by that vision, every member of our team is driven by our mission to create opportunities for our customers and employees by educating, empowering, and financing real estate investors who are building, improving, and stabilizing their neighborhoods and communities nationwide.

• Loans Funded: $10+ billion in loans funded, 30k loans closed since 2010
• Geography: 46 states + D.C. where we revitalize neighborhoods
• Employees: ~250 employees with competitive benefits and perks
• Stability: Backed by the immense resources of MFA Financial, a publicly traded mortgage REIT with 25 years of proven success
• Veteran Founded: Founded by 2 US Marine Corps veterans, we proudly approach every deal and decision with grit, determination, boldness, and integrity

Recognized by the Inc.5000 as one of America’s fastest growing companies, Lima One specializes in providing real estate investors with financing for their rental, fix-and-flip, and new construction projects. The company is distinguished as one of South Carolina’s Best Places to Work and Top Workplaces. Lima One is headquartered in downtown Greenville, South Carolina. Learn more about us at limaone.com.

Lima One Capital does not sponsor H1B Visas. To be considered for employment, a candidate must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer and not require sponsorship, now or in the future.

Notice to Third Party Recruiters and Agencies

Lima One Capital does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a fully executed agreement for a specified position, Lima One Capital has no obligation to pay any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without an agreement, Lima One Capital explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, referrals, or candidate submissions, including those communicated to a member of the Human Resources team or a hiring manager, shall be deemed the property of Lima One Capital. If you or your agency would like to be considered as a future recruiting partner, please email View email address on click.appcast.io (Subject: Agency Partner Request).