The Role
Supports strategic projects and firm-wide programs by coordinating contributors, tracking milestones and risks, documenting requirements and processes, developing leadership dashboards and status reports, and assisting with AI tool adoption initiatives. The intern collaborates with project managers, analysts, and business and technical stakeholders while gaining exposure to data modernization, real estate, infrastructure, credit, and investment management operations.
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ABOUT CIM GROUP:
CIM is a community-focused real estate and infrastructure owner, operator, lender, and developer. Our team of experts works together to identify and create value in real assets, benefiting the communities in which we invest. Back in 1994, our three founders focused on projects in Southern California neighborhoods. Today, we are a diverse team of 900+ employees with projects across the Americas. Our projects have delivered jobs; created comfortable places to live, work, and relax; and provided necessary and sustainable infrastructure. Our focus on enhancing communities is unwavering, and we strive to make an even greater impact in the years to come. Join us and make an impact today!
The Project Coordinator Intern will support strategic initiatives at the intersection of project management, data, technology, and business operations. Working alongside project managers, data analysts, and business and technical stakeholders, the intern will help coordinate projects, support firm-wide programs, develop reporting for senior leadership, and contribute to AI engagement and adoption initiatives. This internship provides hands-on experience with planning and executing complex programs across the front and back office of a leading investment management firm.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordinate a project from planning through completion by organizing contributors, maintaining the project plan, tracking milestones and risks, and following up on deliverables with guidance from experienced project managers.
- Support delivery on some of the firm’s largest strategic programs, such as data modernization, by coordinating workstreams, gathering and documenting business requirements and process flows, and helping keep timelines and deliverables on track.
- Develop and help build data and reporting for senior leadership—turning program and operational data into clear dashboards, status reporting, and compelling narratives and visualizations that help inform decisions.
- Support AI engagement and enablement initiatives—helping roll out AI tools across teams, gathering and documenting use cases, and supporting adoption and change management.
- Develop and maintain project documentation, including project charters, requirements documents, process maps, meeting minutes, and action items, to ensure clarity and accountability.
- Gain hands-on exposure across real estate, infrastructure, and credit, learning how a diversified alternatives asset manager operates end-to-end.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: (including certification, licenses, etc.)
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Economics, Mathematics, Data Science, Statistics, Business, Finance, or a related quantitative or analytical field.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
- Comfort working with data and translating it into insights, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to bridge business and technical audiences.
- Genuine interest in project management, business operations, and how large organizations plan and execute complex, data-driven initiatives, along with a curiosity about AI and how modern tools are applied to real business problems.
- Exposure to project management concepts, methodologies (e.g., Agile/Scrum, Waterfall), or tools (e.g., Jira, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Asana, Monday) through coursework, clubs, or prior internships.
- Familiarity with data visualization or reporting tools (e.g., Domo, Power BI, Tableau) and the Microsoft Office Suite, or a strong aptitude and eagerness to learn them quickly.
- Prior internship, research, or leadership experience in financial services, investment management, consulting, or a related field.
Required
Preferred
ABOUT YOU:
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work with people across different teams and influence without direct authority.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and comfortable handling ambiguity.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with intellectual curiosity, high standards, and a proactive, self-directed approach to open-ended problems.
- A collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn from experienced professionals across the firm.
Actual base salary considers several factors including but not limited to geography, job-related knowledge, experience, and budget. The start of the salary range is typically associated with the minimum experience required. The role is considered non-exempt so will be eligible for overtime pay in accordance with federal and state law. The anticipated base pay for the position in Los Angeles, CA is $20 per hour.
HOW WE FEEL ABOUT DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:
At CIM Group, we believe that the unique perspectives and backgrounds of our employees enhance everything we do. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is not only respected but celebrated. We strive to ensure that our workplace is free from discrimination and harassment, allowing everyone to contribute meaningfully and feel a sense of belonging. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit any form of unlawful discrimination and adhere to the laws enforced by the EEOC. Our goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment where all employees can grow and make impactful contributions together.
*Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on CIM Group. Please inform our Talent team if you need any assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.
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Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Economics, Mathematics, Data Science, Statistics, Business, Finance, or a related quantitative or analytical field
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Comfort working with data and translating it into insights
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to bridge business and technical audiences
- Interest in project management, business operations, complex data-driven initiatives, and AI applications
- Exposure to project management concepts, methodologies, or tools such as Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Jira, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Asana, or Monday.com
- Familiarity with data visualization or reporting tools such as Domo, Power BI, or Tableau, and Microsoft Office Suite
- Prior internship, research, or leadership experience in financial services, investment management, consulting, or a related field
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills, including the ability to influence without direct authority
- Analytical and problem-solving skills, intellectual curiosity, proactive approach, and ability to handle ambiguity
- Collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn
CIM Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about CIM Group and has not been reviewed or approved by CIM Group.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision plans—alongside HSA/FSA options and mental health resources—are portrayed as comprehensive and dependable.
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Retirement Support — A company‑sponsored 401(k) with match, plus life, AD&D, and disability coverage, is often viewed as solid, with mentions of generous match levels and Roth options.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, sick time, holidays, volunteer time, and parental leave (with postings noting up to 16 weeks) indicate a broad leave offering. Many exempt roles also report unlimited PTO.
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What We Do
CIM is a community-focused real estate and infrastructure owner, operator, lender and developer. Our in-house team of experts works together to identify and create value in real assets, benefiting the communities in which we invest. Back in 1994, our three founders focused on projects in Southern California neighborhoods. Today, we’re a diverse team of more than 990 employees with projects across the Americas. Our projects have delivered jobs; created comfortable places to live, work and relax; and provided necessary and sustainable infrastructure. Our focus on enhancing communities is unwavering, and we’re striving to make an even greater impact in the years to come.
