Learning by working: any jobs for me?

[Laura Thorne]

I am looking to buy my first multi-family property. I want to learn as much as possible and am considering switching careers and working for a property management company to learn the business. 

Unfortunately I do not have RE experience and am not qualified for any of the jobs I see except possibly a leasing agent.

Any recommendations for getting a position in a RE related field if you do not have experience and the goal is to learn the business?  I work now as a speech pathologist and have a masters degree.  I have some sales experience.  Looking forward to hearing your feedback.