J-1 Finance Internship NYC @ Howard Hanna
Finance Hub on Broadway: Your Insight into the NYC Real Estate Market
New York City is the epicenter of the global real estate business. At Howard Hanna Real Estate Services on Broadway, you have the chance to look behind the scenes of the largest independent brokerage in the USA. As a Finance Intern, you will support the team directly in Manhattan in managing the complex financial flows and transaction data of a high-volume brokerage business. Those pursuing a career in Finance or Real Estate will find this the ideal environment for high-level networking.
The Host Organization
Howard Hanna was founded in 1957 as a family business and is today the #1 family-owned real estate broker in the United States. Through its merger with Elegran in New York City, the company combines the resources of a national market leader with the entrepreneurial spirit of a boutique agency. The team at 1407 Broadway coordinates sophisticated deals in one of the most dynamic markets in the world.
Your Role & Finance Tasks
During this period (36 to 52 weeks), you will work closely with the Finance Operations Manager and take on operational responsibility:
- Transaction Management: You will assist agents in creating data sets and verify lead sources within internal databases.
- Financial Reporting: You will prepare monthly reports on closed deals for external partners and analyze operational metrics in Excel.
- Accounts Receivable: You will monitor incoming transactions, communicate with brokers regarding outstanding items, and document commission payments.
- Data Management: You will maintain invoices and documents in the transaction system, ensuring all financial records meet high compliance standards.
- Housing: Since no housing is provided, proactive effort is required for your search in NYC. As an unpaid internship, this position is designed strictly as a ‘Portfolio Builder,’ where the focus is on the massive gain in experience and professional references.
Career Impact
An internship at Howard Hanna NYC is a powerful statement on your resume. You demonstrate not only sound knowledge of Excel and financial operations but also resilience in the New York business environment. The contacts you make at the largest independent brokerage in the USA are an invaluable currency for your professional future in the world of finance or real estate.
The Visa Process
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Exact Address: 1407 Broadway, 10018
Frequently Asked Questions regarding this position
Think of it as an investment in your network. You will be working on Broadway for the largest independent broker in the USA. The references and deep insights into the New York real estate market are door-openers that will give you a massive advantage in future applications at international banks or real estate corporations.
You will work directly with the Finance Operations Manager. Your focus will be on transaction verification and monthly reporting. You will learn how financial data is structured in a billion-dollar market and prepared for management decisions.
Proficiency in Excel and the Microsoft Suite is essential. Since you will be working with Howard Hanna’s specialized transaction management system, you should have the ability to quickly grasp new software solutions and maintain a very precise way of working.
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