What are the responsibilities and job description for the Internship - Construction Accounting position at BioMed Realty?
The Construction Accounting Intern will support the accounting team in tracking, analyzing, and reconciling financial activity related to construction projects. This role offers hands-on experience with real-world transactions and exposure to the full construction accounting lifecycle, including budgeting, invoicing, and month-end close.
You’ll work alongside experienced accounting professionals and gain practical insight into how accounting supports large-scale construction and investment decisions.
Key Duties And Responsibilities
The Construction Accounting Intern is expected to be in the San Diego office Monday-Thursday, per the agreed upon work schedule within our business hours of 8AM-5PM. A minimum of 20 hour/week is required during Spring & Fall semesters or quarters with up to 40 hours per week available during the Summer; requirements may be adjusted depending on the needs of the department.
Hourly Wage
$25.00 per hour for undergraduate and $30.00 per hour for graduate students
Amenities
Interns are not eligible for employee benefits but are encouraged to participate in company activities during their internship. Housing is not provided.
About The Company
BioMed Realty, a Blackstone portfolio company, is a leading provider of real estate solutions to the life science and technology industries. As of September 30, 2025, BioMed Realty owns and operates high-quality life science real estate comprising more than 17 million square feet concentrated in leading innovation markets throughout the United States and the United Kingdom, including Boston/Cambridge, San Francisco, San Diego, Seattle, Boulder and Cambridge, U.K. In addition, BioMed Realty maintains a premier development platform with 1.5 million square feet of Class A properties in active construction to meet the demand of the life science and technology industries.
BioMed Realty is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made based on individual qualifications, job-related requirements, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
BioMed Realty is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for religious observances, in accordance with applicable law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact careers@biomedrealty.com.
As a participant in the federal E-Verify program, BioMed Realty uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all individuals hired to work in the United States, in accordance with applicable law. Right To Work E-Verify Participation
You’ll work alongside experienced accounting professionals and gain practical insight into how accounting supports large-scale construction and investment decisions.
Key Duties And Responsibilities
- Assist in preparing and posting journal entries related to construction accounting activities
- Support the review and processing of construction invoices, budgets, and contracts
- Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and account analysis
- Contribute to month-end close activities, including reporting and documentation
- Collaborate with accounting team members across experience levels
- Research and evaluate emerging A.I. tools for accounting related functions. Collaborate with cross‑functional team members to identify opportunities for A.I. usage and adoption.
- Gain exposure to experienced accounting professionals, including CPAs and former Big 4 practitioners
- Build practical skills applying accounting principles within real estate and construction environments
- Participate in team-based projects within a structured and collaborative setting
- Pursuing a degree with a major or minor in Accounting
- Interested in real estate, construction, or project-based accounting
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organizational skills
- Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Available to work 15–20 hours per week during the academic year
The Construction Accounting Intern is expected to be in the San Diego office Monday-Thursday, per the agreed upon work schedule within our business hours of 8AM-5PM. A minimum of 20 hour/week is required during Spring & Fall semesters or quarters with up to 40 hours per week available during the Summer; requirements may be adjusted depending on the needs of the department.
Hourly Wage
$25.00 per hour for undergraduate and $30.00 per hour for graduate students
Amenities
- Onsite Gym
- Complimentary Snacks and Beverages
- Dry Cleaning Services Onsite
- Free onsite parking
- Onsite café
- Campus activities such as summer BBQ
- Access to indoor golf simulator (offsite)
Interns are not eligible for employee benefits but are encouraged to participate in company activities during their internship. Housing is not provided.
About The Company
BioMed Realty, a Blackstone portfolio company, is a leading provider of real estate solutions to the life science and technology industries. As of September 30, 2025, BioMed Realty owns and operates high-quality life science real estate comprising more than 17 million square feet concentrated in leading innovation markets throughout the United States and the United Kingdom, including Boston/Cambridge, San Francisco, San Diego, Seattle, Boulder and Cambridge, U.K. In addition, BioMed Realty maintains a premier development platform with 1.5 million square feet of Class A properties in active construction to meet the demand of the life science and technology industries.
BioMed Realty is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made based on individual qualifications, job-related requirements, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
BioMed Realty is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for religious observances, in accordance with applicable law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact careers@biomedrealty.com.
As a participant in the federal E-Verify program, BioMed Realty uses E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all individuals hired to work in the United States, in accordance with applicable law. Right To Work E-Verify Participation
Salary : $25 - $30