Fall Intern - Multi-Family Operations in Des Moines, Iowa at Artisan Management Group

Who We Are

ARTISAN is a growing multifamily investment and property management company focused on creating communities where people are proud to live and work. We own and operate apartment communities across the Midwest and are known for our strong operational standards, collaborative culture, and people-first mindset.

We’re a team of driven, approachable professionals who move quickly, communicate openly, and support one another. We take our work seriously, but we believe work should still be enjoyable. At ARTISAN, you’ll find a culture that values accountability and results, encourages learning and growth, and appreciates a good laugh along the way.

We move fast and keep things organized, adaptable, and steady. We trust our people, give them room to take ownership, and believe the best ideas can come from anywhere. If you enjoy working with smart, supportive teammates in a role where your contributions truly matter, you’ll feel right at home at ARTISAN.

Why Intern at ARTISAN?

• Gain hands-on business and operations experience.
• Work directly with company leadership.
• Learn about commercial and multifamily real estate.
• Build professional skills through meaningful projects.
• Flexible scheduling around school commitments.
• Opportunity for future full-time employment.
• Paid Internship from August - December

Summary of Position

As part of the ARTISAN maintenance team, you’ll play a key role in protecting, maintaining, and enhancing the value of the community while helping residents feel truly at home. This position requires general maintenance expertise and a passion for providing exceptional service.

This is a flexible, in-person internship offering 20–30 hours per week, Monday through Friday. We're happy to work with the selected candidate to build a schedule.

Principal Accountabilities

• Conduct all business in accordance with ARTISAN policies and procedures, Fair Housing, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), and all applicable federal and state laws.
• Provide administrative support to the Operations and Property Management team.
• Prepare and maintain spreadsheets, presentations, reports, and business documents with a high level of accuracy.
• Participate in on-site visits, acquisitions, and special projects to gain hands-on experience supporting community operations.
• Organize electronic files, contracts, and operational records to ensure information is accurate, accessible, and compliant with company standards.
• Conduct research, collect data, and compile information to support business decisions and operational improvements.
• Use critical thinking and problem-solving skills to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn new systems, take initiative, and contribute wherever support is needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current college student or recent graduate pursuing Business, Finance, Real Estate, Management, Marketing, or a related field.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and eager to learn.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude and willingness to jump in wherever needed.
• Ability to follow instructions, prioritize tasks effectively, and ask questions when clarification is needed.