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Job Description SummaryPLEASE NOTE: We are looking to hire one intern, with the intern working out of our Cedar Rapids, IA office and under a hybrid work model. We are unable to hire on a remote, work-from-home basis. This internship is not available for students who have completed their college undergraduate education or who will graduate prior to the conclusion of the internship.
Aegon Asset Management (Aegon AM) is a leading global investor. Our 350 investment professionals manage and advise on assets of US $384 billion for a global client base of pension plans, public funds, insurance companies, banks, wealth managers, family offices and foundations.
We organize our firm around four investment platforms: fixed income, real assets, equities and multi-asset & solutions, which includes a fiduciary and multi-manager business. Each investment platform has dedicated teams with deep asset-class expertise, organized globally and committed to maximizing client benefit from their specialist areas.
We are an international business: Our 1,125 employees work from 14 locations across Europe, the Americas and Asia. We share a common belief in fundamental, research-driven active management, underpinned by effective risk management and a commitment to responsible investment.
Position Overview:
We are hiring for a real estate internship. The internship requires a 20-hour work week during the school semester and full-time during the summer beginning in January 2027 and ending in August 2027, with the flexibility to extend through the end of the year.Job Description

As a Research Intern supporting the Real Assets Client Strategy team, you will assist in collecting, organizing, and synthesizing data related to the macroeconomy, commercial real estate, capital markets, and other real assets sectors. This internship is based in our Cedar Rapids office, where you will work alongside the team in person to gain hands-on experience.

Responsibilities Will Include:

• Support market and portfolio research efforts by analyzing data to uncover insights on commercial real estate performance, portfolio positioning, and sector trends.

• Aggregate and summarize economic, real estate, and portfolio-level data, synthesizing information into charts, tables, and other visuals.

• Support the preparation of presentations, memos, and client reports.

• Help maintain and update real estate data files, dashboards, and financial models.

• Attend internal meetings (e.g., strategy sessions, investment reviews) and shadow full-time analysts to gain exposure to the investment research process.

• Assist with portfolio analysis projects, including reviewing property, loan, or fund-level data to support internal reporting, investment discussions, and strategy development.

The intern will support the current team of research analysts and may be assigned other tasks based on capabilities and evolving needs of the team. The internship offers opportunities for mentorship and learning from full-time analysts, hands-on experience with data tools commonly used in real estate research, and participation in meetings and presentations to observe real-world applications.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be currently enrolled full-time at a college or university pursuing a degree in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field.

• Internships are not available for students who have completed their undergraduate college education or who will graduate prior to the conclusion of the internship.

• Strong written & verbal communications skills.

• Self-motivated and able to work independently, as well as collaboratively within a team.

• Demonstrated critical thinking, technical, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to deliver accurate, high-quality work.

• Proven ability to manage time effectively, meet deadlines consistently, and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, data visualization).

Job and compensation levels depend upon an applicant's qualifications including the extent of candidate's relevant experience and other job-related factors and will be determined by hiring supervisors/managers and HR.

At Aegon Asset Management, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are more than a global Asset Management firm - we are a people business, and we recognize that delivering excellent client outcomes comes from embracing diverse perspectives. We value diversity in the full range of human uniqueness without limitation including race, gender, ability, language, culture, beliefs, age, origin, background, perspectives and experiences.

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Why Work for Us

At Aegon Asset Management, we invest in You.

Our people are our greatest asset; with a competitive rewards program including incentive compensation, health and wellness benefits, retirement programs, and learning and development opportunities, our employees are engaged and empowered.  Come be a part of driving our success!

Equal Opportunity Employer:

AEGON USA Realty Advisors, LLC, is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of age, religion, sex, gender identity, genetic information, race, color, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, participation in the uniformed services (e.g. U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard), physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local equal employment opportunities laws.
Applicants with physical or mental disabilities may be entitled to a form of reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state and local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will insure equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the Aegon Companies. Please contact: applicantsupport@aegonusa.com if you are a job seeker with a disability, or are assisting someone with a disability, and require assistance to apply for one of our jobs.

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