Business Innovation Intern
Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association (ORRA)
Position: Business Innovation Intern
Location: Orlando, FL
Department: Innovation Department
Status: Internship | Part-Time / Temporary
Help shape the future of how real estate associations create value through technology, strategic partnerships, and new business models.
Position Overview
The Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association (ORRA) is looking for a forward-thinking Business Innovation Intern who is passionate about exploring new ways organizations can grow, adapt, and lead. This is a learning opportunity to gain knowledge about emerging business models, leverage technology and networking to identify revenue-generating opportunities, and propose innovative business strategies.
Focus Areas
This internship is centered on four interconnected innovation pillars:
- Alternative Business Models: Learn about revenue streams and sustainable partnership structures.
- Technology-Driven Innovation: Identify tools and platforms that can power scalable, modern operations.
- Media & Content Innovation: Explore monetization opportunities within ORRA’s studio and podcast programs.
- Real Estate Education & School Innovation: Gain knowledge about the LEAP real estate school program and learn strategies to build a sustainable, profitable educational business recognized in the real estate market.
Key Responsibilities
- Research and analyze emerging, technology-enabled business models applicable to professional associations and real estate organizations
- Propose and learn about innovative, data-informed strategies to diversify revenue and increase organizational impact
- Support the development and management of affiliate partnerships, sponsorships, and strategic networking initiatives
- Assist with process improvement and innovation within the real estate education program
- Contribute ideas for how ORRA’s media studio and podcast programs can generate profit while offering new value for members and partners
- Evaluate and recommend digital tools and platforms to streamline operations and support innovation goals
- Participate in collaborative meetings, brainstorming sessions, and departmental projects
- Provide administrative and operational support as needed
- Contribute creative ideas and solutions to improve processes
Qualifications & Skills
We are looking for someone who is:
- Currently enrolled in a Business undergraduate or graduate program
- Genuinely curious about how organizations evolve, you read about startups, business models, and industry disruption for fun
- Comfortable using technology and exploring new digital tools quickly
- A strategic thinker who can back creative ideas with research and logic
- A communicator, you can present ideas clearly to both peers and leadership
- Self-driven and proactive
- Collaborative and professional in a team environment
What You’ll Gain
- Real-world experience proposing and testing innovative business strategies in a live professional environment
- Access to a vast professional network within Central Florida’s real estate and business community
- Mentorship from experienced business leaders in association management and real estate
- Opportunities to present your ideas directly to department leadership
- Eligibility to apply internship hours toward academic credit
- Behind-the-scenes exposure to how a major trade association operates
Why ORRA
ORRA is one of the largest REALTOR® associations in the country. We are committed to creating an engaging and supportive internship experience where interns feel encouraged to ask questions, share ideas, and explore areas of interest. Our goal is for each intern to leave with stronger professional skills, valuable industry knowledge, and meaningful real-world experience.
Internship Details
Compensation: This internship is an unpaid learning opportunity. Hours can be used to fulfill academic credits if needed.
Start Date: We are looking to onboard students as soon as possible.
Schedule: Flexible three-day-per-week schedule. Office hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, with schedules coordinated in advance.
Work Environment: Fully in-person opportunity. No remote options available.
How to Apply
Please apply through the Handshake platform or by submitting your resume to carinac@orlandorealtors.org