Commercial Real Estate Fellows Program (CREATE Fellows Online)

Program Type: Educational training and career development program for students interested in commercial real estate

Geographic Scope: San Francisco Bay Area; serves students from 2 and 4-year educational institutions in the region

CREATE's signature program is a 16-module, 32-hour Fellows curriculum facilitated by industry subject matter experts. Student Fellows learn the fundamentals of commercial real estate and explore career opportunities in the industry.

Key Features

• Free to participate - No tuition or cost for students
• Industry-led curriculum covering 16 topics
• Mentoring and job shadowing opportunities
• Building tours and internship connections
• Networking with peers, mentors, and industry leaders
• Free career portal connecting students with employers offering internships and entry-level jobs
• Professional development workshops for young professionals

Curriculum Topics

• Property Management (Overview, Operational Basics, Major Building Components)
• Leasing & Marketing (Broker View, Owner/Asset Manager/Property Manager Roles, Lease Understanding)
• Asset Management (Acquisition & Disposition Strategies, Portfolio Oversight, Owner Objectives Communication)
• Construction & Project Management
• Facility Management for corporate campuses
• Real Estate Development
• Professional skills (communication, problem-solving)

Eligibility Requirements

• Currently enrolled in 2 or 4-year educational institutions
• Junior, senior, or graduate student status
• GPA of at least 2.5
• Genuine interest in pursuing a commercial real estate career in the San Francisco Bay Area upon graduation
• Commitment to attending all sessions for the full academic semester

Schools Served (2025 Cohort)

Chabot College, CSU East Bay, Diablo Valley College, Dominican University of California, Menlo College, Merritt College, Ohlone College, Peralta Community College, St. Mary's College, UCLA, and SF State (in-person only)

Application Process for CREATE Fellows Online Spring 2026

Application Timeline:

1. Info Session Attendance (Required) - Select one session:
   • Sept. 23, Sept. 30, Oct. 7, Oct. 14, Oct. 21, Oct. 28, Nov. 4, or Nov. 11
   • Format: Zoom, 5-6 pm
   • Can be selected during application or requested via email to info@createworkforce.org
2. Application Submission - Sept. 10 - Oct. 31, 2025 (Extended to Nov. 11, 2025)
   • Complete online application beginning Sept. 10
3. Group Interview (Required) - Select one session:
   • Oct. 28, Nov. 4, or Nov. 11
   • Format: Zoom, 4-5 pm
   • Sign up after submitting application and attending an info session
4. Cohort Announcement - Dec. 9, 2025

Program Start Date: January 20, 2026

Note: For SF State students only, enrollment for the 2-semester in-person program occurs in Spring & Summer for the following academic year. Visit the SFSU website for their specific application process.