Kornblau Summer Fellows Program
The VCU Kornblau Real Estate (KRE) Summer Fellows Program offers undergraduate real estate students a 10-week, paid rotational internship. Designed as an immersive, cohort-based experience, the program provides hands-on exposure to multiple areas of the real estate industry while supporting students’ professional growth.
Program Overview
Kornblau Summer Fellows participate in a structured rotation across several real estate and real estate-related companies, connecting academic learning to real-world experience while exploring career interests and building professional skills. Fellows gain exposure to a wide range of functions, such as property appraisal, financial analysis, property management, underwriting, site selection, sales and delivery processes, leasing and operations.
Throughout the program, fellows are supported by VCU KRE faculty and collaborate closely with a cohort of fellow VCU students. The experience begins with a dynamic, content-rich orientation and continues with opportunities to connect, share ideas and grow through collaboration with peers and industry professionals.
Previous fellowship rotations have taken place at organizations such as The Wilton Companies, Divaris Real Estate and Richmond Economic Development.
How to Apply
The Kornblau Summer Fellows Program seeks motivated students with a strong interest in real estate and a desire to learn through hands-on experience. Ideal candidates demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills, analytical thinking, attention to detail, initiative and accountability.
Applications close Friday, Feb. 20, 2026. Review the application requirements and eligibility criteria below.
Eligibility requirements
- Be a current sophomore or junior.
- Have local housing and access to a car.
Program dates
- Must be available for orientation during the week of May 11, 2026.
- Must be available for a closing session the day before classes begin on Aug. 17, 2026.
- Additional details will be provided during the interview process.
Preferred qualifications
Preference will be given to students who:
- Have taken FIRE 305: Principles of Real Estate.
- Have declared a real estate minor or major.
- Have been involved with the Real Estate Club.
Application materials
- Submit a resume using the appropriate VCU School of Business template by major.
- Submit a cover letter addressing the following:
- Why you are interested in the real estate industry.
- How you are qualified to add value to the participating employers.
- How participating in this program will advance your career exploration journey.
- Why you should be selected for the Fellows Program.