<p>Location: Denver or Tucson (in-office initially; hybrid eligible after onboarding)</p> <p>Duration: Part-time during the school year (15-25 hrs/week) or full-time in the summer</p> <p>About Us</p> <p>Partner Valuation Advisors (PVA) is actively hiring professionals to meet the increasing demands of our client base. Founded by nationally respected industry veterans, we are blazing a new trail in the valuation industry with the commitment to provide a better experience for our clients and our employees. We offer the excitement of a startup with the stability of an industry-leading parent company, and a culture that values innovation and fun.</p> <p>Learn more about PVA at PartnerVal.com.</p> <p>Summary</p> <p>The Hospitality Intern provides analytical and project support to the hospitality valuation team across a range of asset types, from small inns to large resorts. This role is designed for students pursuing degrees in hospitality, finance, real estate, or related disciplines and offers hands-on experience in hotel real estate analysis and appraisal. The intern will gather and synthesize primary and secondary data by conducting market participant surveys, compiling information from online platforms, and maintaining the team's comparable-property database.</p> <p>This role is best suited for individuals with a strong interest in real estate appraisal, a hospitality background, and a desire to build a long-term career in the valuation industry. We welcome applicants from a variety of academic backgrounds; however, students studying Hospitality, Real Estate, Business, or related fields tend to align most closely with the work. The variety of assignments keeps the work dynamic and intellectually engaging.</p> <p>This role is based in our Denver or Tucson office. Hybrid work may be available after onboarding, based on team needs and performance. The initial internship is during the summer and may be extended based on business need and performance. Employment is at-will.</p> <p>Continuing education is central to the appraisal industry and Partner's mission. We are committed to providing a better experience for our clients and our employees. As a part of this commitment, interns are considered for continuation in the Intern to Analyst.</p> <p>Pipeline after completion of their first semester. For further details on the Intern to Analyst Pipeline, please ask your recruiter.</p> <p>Intern Responsibilities and Duties</p> <ul> <li>Assist with data entry, data cleaning, and organization of hotel operating and market data </li><li>Learn and understand the market fundamentals of the team's industry </li><li>Support analysts with market research, including individual asset research, competitive sets, and local market trends </li><li>Access, research, and compile data from online databases </li><li>Enter comparable properties into the database </li><li>Review and summarize property-level information, including brand standards, amenities, and renovation history </li><li>Conduct market and property research through market participant surveys </li><li>Help prepare exhibits, tables, and draft materials for appraisal and consulting reports </li><li>Participate in internal meetings and, where appropriate, sit in on client or management discussions </li><li>Complete analytical or research projects with increasing ownership over time </li><li>Other research, data, and organizational tasks as needed </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Current undergraduate student </li><li>Major in Hospitality Management, Finance, Real Estate, Accounting, or related field </li><li>Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to navigate spreadsheets efficiently, edit formatting/worksheets, and efficiently enter/manipulate data </li><li>Strong research skills </li><li>Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills, including the ability to self-manage multiple projects at once </li><li>Professional attitude and willingness to learn </li><li>Strong communication, written, and organizational skills </li><li>Ability to work independently and as a member of a team </li><li>Relevant work experience in commercial real estate and/or appraisal is not required; prior exposure to real estate or hospitality a plus </li></ul> <p>Preferred</p> <ul> <li>Junior or Senior in a 4-year program, Master's Candidate, or Graduate </li><li>Major or minor in Hospitality, Real Estate, Business, or Accounting. Other majors are welcome to apply, especially if they demonstrate a strong interest in real estate appraisal and hospitality. </li><li>Interest in pursuing a career in appraisal </li><li>Interest in advancing the appraisal industry through culture, technology, and innovation </li></ul> <p>What you can expect from us</p> <p>Appraisal is both a science and an art. While governed by professional standards, it allows for flexibility and innovation when supported by sound judgment. Interns will learn to approach valuation as a puzzle-where context, clarity, and reasoning can be more important than foundational formulas.</p> <p>Our training approach is layered and hands-on. We begin with intuitive explanations and build toward more complex concepts as your understanding deepens. This constructivist model supports long-term learning and professional growth.</p> <ul> <li> <p>Exposure to real-world hospitality valuation and advisory work</p> </li><li> <p>Meaningful analytical experience beyond basic administrative tasks</p> </li><li> <p>Mentorship from analysts and senior team members</p> </li><li> <p>Potential pathway to a full-time analyst role upon graduation</p> </li><li> <p>Education:</p> </li><li> <p>The appraisal industry</p> </li><li> <p>Career paths</p> </li><li> <p>Overview of licensing process and requirements</p> </li><li> <p>Introduction to appraisal requirements, methodologies, and approaches to value</p> </li><li> <p>Various property types and their related operations</p> </li><li> <p>Skill Training</p> </li><li> <p>Conducting market participant surveys</p> </li><li> <p>Utilizing various vendor systems for research</p> </li><li> <p>Compiling market metrics</p> </li><li> <p>Researching site and improvement data</p> </li><li> <p>A culture of Innovation and Fun</p> </li><li> <p>We welcome novel ideas and solutions from all team members</p> </li><li> <p>An open-door policy with supervisors and management</p> </li><li> <p>A supportive and collaborative work environment</p> </li><li> <p>Continuing education and professional development</p> </li><li> <p>Team activities</p> </li></ul> <p>What we can expect from you</p> <ul> <li>An interest, or curiosity, in pursuing a career in appraisal </li><li>Curiosity to continue learning and developing in education and skillset </li><li>Willingness to engage in communication, including phone-based research and interviews with market participants </li><li>Strong attention to detail, as the data you gather directly supports the appraiser's final conclusions </li><li>Persistence in tackling complex tasks and learning through doing </li><li>A coachable mindset and openness to iterative learning </li><li>Feel encouraged to ask any questions that arise </li></ul> <p>Physical Requirements</p> <ul> <li>Frequently communicate with colleagues, vendors, and market participants via telephone, email, online correspondence, and messengers. </li><li>Frequently conduct surveys, via telephone and email, with market participants </li><li>Frequently compile, interpret, and convey data from telephone surveys, email communications, and online databases </li><li>Frequently access, interpret, input, and analyze data from online sources </li><li>Frequently utilize the Microsoft Suite of applications (including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams) </li><li>The work environment is remote or in-office, based on location </li></ul> <p>Hybrid/Remote Office Requirements</p> <ul> <li>Reliable internet connection </li><li>Ability to work with privacy </li><li>Quiet background for making frequent phone calls </li></ul> <p>Reasonable accommodates will be offered, as needed, to meet the above responsibilities and requirements. Please feel free to discuss with a recruiter.</p> <p>Additionally, if you need reasonable accommodations to complete the job application or hiring process, please reach out to us directly at careers@partnerval.com.</p> <p>Nontraditional students and/or individuals pursuing a career change are welcomed and appreciated.</p> <p>We will consider qualified applicants who have criminal histories in a manner consistent with the law.</p> <p>Equal Employment Opportunity</p> <p>It is Partner Valuation Advisors (The Company) policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. The Company does not unlawfully</p> <p>discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression,</p> <p>national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition or information including genetic information, family care status,</p> <p>military caregiver status, veteran status, marital status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.</p> <p>California Consumer Privacy Act</p> <p>We collect personal information from you in connection with your application for employment with Partner Valuation Advisors.</p>