BOMA – Apprenticeship Pathway 2026

  • Apprenticeship
  • Full Time
  • Internship
  • Downtown Chicago
  • At least $17/hour USD / Year
  • BOMA Chicago profile
  • Salary: At least $17/hour
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.
  • December 5, 2025

Website https://twitter.com/bomachicago BOMA Chicago

The voice of Chicago's building office industry since 1902.

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SCHEDULE

 

Apply here by December 5th

 

About BOMA –

Founded in 1907, the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) International is a federation of U.S. local associations and global affiliates. The leading trade association for commercial real estate professionals for more than 100 years, it represents the owners, managers, service providers and other property professionals of all commercial building types, including office, industrial, medical, corporate and mixed-use. BOMA International is the partner individuals in the commercial real estate industry choose to maximize value for their careers, organizations and assets. Its mission is to advance a vibrant commercial real estate industry through advocacy, influence and knowledge. 

In a commercial office building, a Tenant Services Representative is a member of the property management team who coordinates the day-to-day delivery of property services to the tenants while emphasizing a positive response to tenant concerns. This role is an entryway into the commercial office property management profession (or as a stepping stone to other commercial real estate professions), offering the opportunity to learn about building operations and gain exposure to the broader industry. 

Eligibility Requirements

  1. Current CCC student graduating by May 2026 and interested in pursuing a bachelor’s degree

    • Students from all majors and all campuses are encouraged to apply!

    • Minimum 2.5 GPA

  2. Availability for all class sessions during Spring 2026

    • 8-week program: January 16 – March 6, 2026

    • Wednesdays (Virtual): 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

    • Fridays (In-person): 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

      • Held at Harold Washington College and downtown buildings

  3. Commitment to attend and complete all 15 class sessions.

    1. SCHEDULE

  4. If you meet these requirements, please submit the Commercial Real Estate 101 application by December 5th.

 

Next Step After Completing the Course

Students who successfully complete the CRE 101 course will be eligible to apply in March 2026 for the BOMA Summer Commercial Real Estate Apprenticeship.

Apprenticeship Details:

  • Duration: Summer 2026 (10–12 weeks)

  • Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week)

  • Pay: $17/hour (may vary based on experience)

  • Apprentices may have the potential for full-time employment after Summer 2026.

Location: Varies (depending on the employer, the location for this role will vary)

Schedule:  Flexible (will vary by employer); course schedule will be taken into consideration

 

Typical Apprenticeship Role Responsibilities: 

  • Coordinate lobby exhibits, special events, special programs, holiday events, tenant breakfasts, gifts, and promotions 
  • Conduct tenant focus groups 
  • Update tenant warden lists
  • Follow-up on daily tenant service requests (e.g., service calls and special service requests) 
  • Manage and promote conference centers (if applicable) 
  • Supervise pop-up vendor activities 
  • Assist in developing, producing, and distributing building communications 
  • Coordinate Tenant move-ins/move-outs, facilitate completion of any construction punch list items, and distribute checklists to management team
  • Monitor dock log regarding deliveries and coordinate information flow between security, engineering, construction managers, and tenants
  • Manage assigned service contracts and projects under the supervision of an Assistant Property Manager 
  • Assist Security Staff when needed
  • Assist Property Manager and Project Accountant on collection efforts for tenant receivables 
  • Assist in preparation of Quarterly Ownership Reports and Annual Plans
  • Maintain and update vendor and other files
  • Support written company policies
  • Carry out other duties as assigned by Property Manager. 

How to Apply:

  1. Review this job description
  2. Fill out the form to be part of the CRE course (January – March 2026)

Before you Apply to the Apprenticeship in Marc h2026:

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