Where do property managers need help?

[Joel Unick]

Hi everyone!

I am currently in college and I'm looking for ways to get more experience in real estate instead of just slopping food on trays in the dining hall part time. Getting experience managing properties would be a great opportunity for me to learn and grow as an investor, so I am going to send out some cold emails to property management companies in my area. I'm hoping to get some more insight into what areas these companies might be needing help in so I can increase the odds of someone giving me a chance!

Right now I have some experience analyzing properties, strong excel skills (experience creating Macros to automate some analysis steps), and a lot of baseline knowledge on real estate from reading books and listening to podcasts. I know that these skills don't necessarily align with property management so I think the biggest thing I'd be bringing would be my work ethic and the desire to learn. What are some areas that you guys have noticed (whether from running, working for, or with PM companies) that they might be able to use an extra hand in? I want to be sure to have an understanding of what they actually need so I can bring them value. I would also appreciate any other advice you have for me as I approach these companies. Thanks!