EIC Intern - Commercial Real Estate, Chennai

Summary Job Description Role: Intern – Commercial Real Estate (GCC Focus) We are seeking a proactive and analytically driven Intern to support research and business development initiatives focused on the growing appetite of Commercial Real Estate occupiers in Chennai, with a specific lens on Global Capability Centers (GCCs). The role offers hands-on exposure to market research, client engagement, and strategic advisory in one of India’s most dynamic office markets. Key Responsibilities ​Market Research & Analysis Develop a comprehensive, data-backed report on the growth of office space absorption by companies in Chennai over the past three years. Analyze key demand drivers including sectoral growth, GCC expansion trends, talent availability, infrastructure development, and cost dynamics. Assess the sustainability of current leasing momentum and provide a forward-looking view (1–3 years). Track market trends, competitor activities, rental movements, vacancy trends, and new supply pipelines to support business strategy. Occupier Mapping & Intelligence Identify and profile established occupiers as well as new and emerging companies expanding in Chennai, with emphasis on GCCs. Build and maintain a structured database of target companies and key decision-makers (Corporate Real Estate, Procurement, Administration, Facilities, Workplace Strategy teams). Conduct primary and secondary research to gather insights into occupier portfolios, expansion plans, and workplace strategies. Coordinate and schedule meetings with identified occupiers in collaboration with the ATR South team and the Head – South India Hub. Support and participate in client meetings/interviews to understand business outlook, real estate requirements, and medium-term plans (1–2 years). Prepare structured questionnaires and capture actionable insights from stakeholder interactions.   Business Development Support Translate research findings into compelling presentations and pitch materials for prospective clients. Proactively identify and flag potential real estate opportunities arising from occupier expansion plans. Support the team in lead generation and pipeline tracking aligned with the firm’s growth objectives.   Desired Skills & Competencies High ownership, curiosity, and willingness to engage with senior stakeholders Interest in commercial real estate, workplace strategy, and GCC ecosystem Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Strong analytical and research capabilities with attention to detail Proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel; ability to create high-impact presentations Structured thinking with the ability to synthesize qualitative and quantitative inputs   Expected Deliverables Occupier mapping database for Chennai (GCC-focused) Meeting tracker and stakeholder interaction summaries Market insight decks for internal and client use Final comprehensive report on Chennai office demand outlook   Why join Cushman & Wakefield?  As one of the leading global real estate services firms transforming the way people work, shop and live working at Cushman & Wakefield means you will benefit from; Being part of a growing global company; Career development and a promote from within culture; An organisation committed to Diversity and Inclusion   We're committed to providing work-life balance for our people in an inclusive, rewarding environment. We achieve this by providing a flexible and agile work environment by focusing on technology and autonomy to help our people achieve their career ambitions. We focus on career progression and foster a promotion from within culture, leveraging global opportunities to ensure we retain our top talent. We encourage continuous learning and development opportunities to develop personal, professional and technical capabilities, and we reward with a comprehensive employee benefits program. We have a vision of the future, where