Leasing Administration & Compliance Intern

ABOUT US

The Dermot Company, LP, is a fully integrated real estate enterprise with over 30 years of experience, over $5 billion in assets, and nearly 8,000 units under management. As a diversified firm, we develop, invest in, and manage luxury multi-family buildings in New York City and Florida. Recognized as both an America’s Most Loved Workplace and a Top New York City Workplace for 2025, Dermot is committed to providing an outstanding residential experience for residents and attractive returns to investors.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

The Dermot Company, LP, is seeking a Lease Administration and Compliance Intern to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will  support the Lease Administration and Compliance team with administrative, compliance, and data coordination tasks. This role provides hands-on experience in lease operations, resident record management, and compliance tracking while contributing to the accuracy and efficiency of portfolio-wide processes.

This is a full-time position based in New York City. Some nights, weekends, and holidays are required.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT

Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Lease Administration and Compliance,  the Lease Administration and Compliance Intern will perform the following responsibilities:

Lease & Vacancy Support

Assist with tracking vacancy leases signed and physical renewals approaching 60 days using internal tracking tools

Support updates to the status of canceled leases to ensure accurate and current reporting

Help prepare and send countersignature reminders for vacancy leases and physical renewals

Resident & Lease Data Support

Assist with creating and maintaining resident profiles for vacancy leases that cannot be synced from the property management system

Help set up resident records using information from the property management system, ensuring accuracy and completeness

Support data integrity by reviewing lease and resident information for consistency

Inspection & Compliance Coordination

Support quarterly communications to onsite teams to collect bedbug and sprinkler inspection data

Assist with compiling and tracking responses for the Lease Administration spreadsheet

Advanced / learning opportunity: Enter inspection data at the property level within internal systems under supervision

Meetings & Training Support

Attend Lease Administration and Compliance meetings and assist with preparing organized meeting notes

Support training communications by sending reminder emails for required refreshers

Assist with distributing follow-up communications and materials after trainings

ABOUT YOU AND WHAT YOU OFFER

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college or university program (preferred)
• Interest in lease administration, compliance, property management, or operations
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and shared tracking tools
• Ability to work a full-time schedule, including weekends
• Strong written communication skills and professional email etiquette
• You are personable, outgoing, and enjoy meeting new people
• You'd describe yourself as a self-starter and a multitasker
• You are organized and detail oriented
• You are able to show discretion when handling resident and property information
• Authorized to work for any employer in the United States without any restrictions

ABOUT OUR CULTURE

Our team is the most valuable asset we have. The individual life experiences, knowledge, creativity, skills, self-expression, unique capabilities, cultural influences and talent that our team members share at Dermot collectively contribute to Dermot's culture and success.

Dermot strives for an environment where everyone feels welcome and safe. We actively work to offer equitable opportunities for all and look for the right balance of potential, skills, kindness and curiosity. Dermot does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status. We celebrate authenticity and we encourage you to apply if you would like to be considered for this role.