real estate degree apprentice jobs

Start Date - September 2026

About the Role

CBRE is a global leader in property and real estate services, working with businesses, investors, and communities to create thriving spaces. By joining our Next Generation Cohort, you’ll be part of a supportive group of young professionals, learning from industry experts and gaining hands-on experience in the world of real estate. No prior experience is needed—just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. You’ll work on exciting projects, develop valuable skills, and build a foundation for a successful career.

About the Opportunity

Over four years, you’ll rotate through four different teams, each focusing on a key area of real estate, including but not limited to:

• Valuations: Learn how properties are valued and what affects their worth.
• Leasing: Discover how properties are rented and managed.
• Brokerage: Help clients buy and sell properties.

As part of the apprenticeship, you’ll work at CBRE for four days each week, gaining practical experience, and spend one day studying towards a BSc in Real Estate at the University of Built Environment (UBE). This means you’ll earn a degree while working and learning on the job, with plenty of support from your team and mentors.

What You’ll Do

• Get out and about visiting different properties, seeing how real estate works in practice.
• Take part in client meetings, learning how to present ideas and work as part of a team.
• Research the property market and help your team understand what’s happening in the industry.
• Prepare reports and documents that make a real impact.
• Mix office-based work with time out on site, so every week feels different.
• Get involved in projects that shape communities and help clients achieve their goals.
• Build your confidence by communicating with colleagues and clients from all backgrounds.
• Gain hands-on experience with different types of buildings and real estate challenges
• To maximise learning, we ask all of our next generation cohort to be in the office on each of their working days
• You may from time to time be required to work additional hours as are necessary

What You’ll Need

• A forward-thinking and enthusiastic individual with a passion for real estate & the built-environment
• Self-motivated with good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong work ethic and proactive with a positive attitude
• Attention to detail, accuracy and good time management
• The successful candidate must, by the start of the employment, have permission to work in the UK
• A minimum of 5 GCSES Grade C (or 4) or above including English and Mathematics. (or equivalent Maths and English qualifications).
• 3 A Levels preferably including Mathematics, or related discipline. Alternatively, BTEC Extended Diploma with grades MMM or BTEC Diploma with grades DD. Overall equivalent to 96 UCAS points.
• Good MS Office skills including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint*
• A valid driving license (regional offices only)*

The Application Process

• Online job-focused testing
• Phone screening
• Assessment Centre (held in March or April)
• Interview

Benefits

• Dedicated learning and development team
• Employee discounts
• 25 days holiday + 2 faith days
• Private health care
• Yearly salary reviews and discretionary bonus
• Plus many more…

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.