How would I go about finding an internship in Real Estate Appraisal or Community Development?

Question

I have an interest in Real Estate Appraisal and Community Development, and wanted to know how I can find an internship or some entry level position in the field. Have any ideas?

I am currently finishing up a BS in Political Science with a minor in Urban and Regional Analysis and Pan-African Studies. I don't know if that helps or not. Thanks.

Answer 1

I recommend that you contact an appraiser who is a Member of The Appraisal Institute.

Tell the appraiser that you are interested in learning how to become a competent real estate appraiser.

Tell the appraiser that you are interested in taking the training that is offered by the appraisal institute.

The appraiser will put you in contact with the Appraisal Institute and you will have the opportunity to take their classroom training.

Once you have completed the classroom training you will have the opportunity to work in an office of a Member of The Appraisal Institute.

The pay will probably be very little because you are in training.

The training that you will get will last you a lifetime. You will find that you have far more expertise than any of your colleagues when the issue is determining the fair market value of a piece of Real Estate.

Answer 2

Check the employment opportunities listings for all public entities in your area: city, county, state, sewer district, water district, school district etc. They sometimes have entry level positions, but they also list the employment qualifications. If you don't have them, then at least you now have a check list for what is needed.
Get catalogs for your local Adult Education and Community College. See what related courses are offered. Sign up for a basic course. You have to start somewhere.
Are appraisers licensed in your state? If so, check with the licensing agency about educational and experience requirements.
Make a list and start to build your experience, education, and overall knowledge of what it takes to be successful in the field.
Good luck.

Answer 3

Call your local real estate agencys and see if they have any openings or if anyone would let you shadow them for a bit......When I was interested in real estate I went to a Talk to Tucker seminar...it was cool and I learned a lot.......Good Luck and it is a great business to get into if you are in the right area....

Answer 4

Contact your local Chamber of Commerce. They can almost always point you towards opportunities and will probably help by sharing your resume with their membership.