Building a Successful Internship Program

Get your pipeline ready to be filled!

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (PDT)

Event Details

Attracting and developing the next generation of multifamily professionals starts with a strong internship program. But creating one that truly delivers value—to both your organization and your interns—requires thoughtful planning and execution.

This webinar will guide property management companies and multifamily housing owners through the process of designing, implementing, and running a successful internship program. From defining goals and structuring meaningful learning experiences to onboarding, mentorship, and performance feedback, we’ll cover the essential components that turn internships into long-term talent pipelines.

Participants will learn how to:

Design an internship program aligned with business needs
Create clear learning objectives and measurable outcomes
Structure mentorship and supervision for success
Provide meaningful, hands-on experiences in property management
Evaluate program effectiveness and convert interns into future hires

Whether you’re launching a new program or refining an existing one, this session will provide practical tools and strategies to help you build a sustainable internship model that supports workforce development and long-term growth.

Content Leader:

Michael Havlik brings 30 years of experience across the full continuum of housing, having managed nearly every type of housing in multiple states within both the public and private sectors. His career began as a Housing Case Manager in Colorado, supporting seniors in maintaining independent living.

Most recently, as Deputy Executive Director for Multifamily NW, he led advocacy efforts for statewide rental assistance, eviction prevention, and housing for Oregonians displaced by wildfire. He has been recognized as an “Outstanding Contributor” to fair housing by the Fair Housing Council of Oregon and holds a CPM® designation through IREM, as well as an inactive Oregon Principal Broker License.

Michael earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Portland and his MBA from the University of Notre Dame, with a focus on finance and human resources.