You can expect that the Spark Application experience will be unlike other jobs you’ve applied for. We have developed an approach to candidate selection that gathers a broad set of data points, allowing candidates from diverse backgrounds to put their best foot forward and make a strong case for their selection. We also designed the process to be a valuable training ground for future success in commercial real estate interviews, regardless of fellowship selection outcome.
Our evaluation process is intense but necessary, and includes:
Round #1: Application
- Written Application: The written application involves assessments, short answers, and personality testing. Those who make it past the written application are invited to attend a 36-hour Super Day interview.
Round #2: 36-hour Super Day
- Shadowing: Finalists have an opportunity to shadowed industry professionals for a half-day. In the past year, shadowing opportunities were available at leading firms, including:
- Networking happy hour: All finalists attend a networking happy hour with shadowing mentors and selection committee members.
- Mentoring dinner: Finalists attend small group dinners with industry leaders.
- Formal interview: Interview panels ask all finalists the same set of questions and are graded on a rubric.
- Case study: Finalists completed a development case study and had an opportunity to discuss findings with a facilitator.
- Real estate assessment: Finalists completed a real estate assessment.
