Analyst, Acquisitions

Core Spaces

Core Spaces (Core) is more than a real estate company; it’s a people company. Where building relationships is just as important as building properties. From researchers and architects to designers and operators, Core is made up of risk takers and dreamers who are on a mission to invent the future of living. Our six cultural values guide us every day and we strive to live them in everything we do: PUSH (Invent Better Places to Live), GRIT (We Got This), LIFT (Help Each Other Win), SHINE (Bring Your Full Self), UPHOLD (Never Break Trust), GROW (Always Get Better). Everything Core does stem from this culture of collaboration and innovation, and the drive to constantly improve the resident experience. This unique approach has led to creating spaces and services that are redefining the way people live.

Founded in 2010, Core is a vertically integrated real estate investment manager focused on acquiring, developing and managing across the student housing and build-to-rent (“BTR”) sectors. Its residential communities feature world-class amenities, progressive design, and hospitality-driven service. Core’s student housing portfolio includes over 59,000 beds currently owned or managed, with a pipeline of over 50,930 beds in various stages of development. Core’s BTR division has over 3,000 homes under development, now leasing or in its pipeline in high-growth metros nationwide. For more information, visit www.corespaces.com.

*Portfolio and pipeline numbers as of Q4 2025

• A culture that provides you with a sense of belonging
• Hybrid or remote work options may vary by role to support work-life balance
• Competitive pay that values your contributions
• Incentives designed to reward your achievements
• Paid flexible PTO to disconnect or celebrate life milestones
• Paid 14+ holidays, including your birthday, to disconnect and celebrate
• Paid Parental Leave that begins after 90 days
• Paid volunteer time off to give back to your community
• Monthly workshop weeks; fewer meetings & more collaboration
• Robust health plan options that begin within at least 30 days of your employment
• Monthly phone reimbursement
• Wellness allowance and perks, including a yearly subscription to a meditation app
• An environment that provides you a voice to share your perspectives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for access to confidential support services
• Company retirement options including 401(k) + matching & Roth account option

The Analyst, Development Acquisitions, supports the Development team in evaluating new development opportunities and existing property acquisitions across the student housing industry. This role focuses on foundational analytical work, including market research, financial modeling support, and assisting with due diligence and transaction coordination.

Market Research

• Conduct preliminary market research in new and existing markets to help identify potential development and acquisition opportunities
• Compile data from internal and external sources to identify trends in student housing supply, demand, and rental performance
• Assist in preparing research summaries and presentation materials for internal teams, capital partners, and Investment Committee
• Support ongoing tracking of national market metrics and assist with monthly reporting on pipeline activity

Underwriting

• Support the evaluation of development opportunities in alignment with company investment criteria
• Assist with building and updating financial models and deallevel assumptions under direction from senior team members
• Gather and summarize information related to zoning, rents, taxes, fees, and entitlement timelines for feasibility analysis
• Prepare initial deal summaries and materials contributing to Investment Committee / Program presentations

Transaction Support

• Assist with coordinating due diligence activities for selected deals (maintaining trackers, organizing documents, and facilitating communication across internal teams)
• Prepare draft correspondence or forms required for municipalities and other stakeholders
• Help maintain organized deal files and documentation to support smooth transaction execution

• BA/BS degree in Finance, Economics, Real Estate, or related field
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Interest in real estate development and investments, with a willingness to learn from a handson, fastpaced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfort working collaboratively with crossfunctional teams
• Ability to independently complete assigned tasks and identify when to ask questions

You'll crush it if you have experience with

• Excel & Microsoft Office Suite experience
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in a real estate investing, lending, or brokerage role
• Familiarity with real estate financial modeling (training can be provided)

Organizational Structure

Reports to: Director, Acquisitions

Direct Reports: N/A

Disclaimer: Please note that job responsibilities, reporting lines, and duties outlined in this job description are subject to change to meet the evolving needs of the organization.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Core Spaces celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, which creates a sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are and the community they represent.

The compensation range listed reflects the base salary or hourly rate that we reasonably and in good faith expect to offer for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as education, experience, skills, certifications, seniority, geographic location, and business needs.

This role may be eligible for additional forms of compensation, including bonuses, commissions, stipends, or non-cash incentives, depending on position and performance. Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other role-based offerings, subject to eligibility requirements.

All compensation components are subject to change based on business needs or market conditions.