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Commercial Real Estate Agent at Marcus & Millichap in Palo Alto, CA

InternshipOn-sitePalo Alto, CA$1000k–$1000k/yr

Job Description

This is a 100% commission-based, 1099 independent contractor position with unlimited earning potential. Compensation is derived solely from commissions earned on successfully completed transactions and may vary based on individual performance, transaction volume, and prevailing market conditions. In accordance with applicable state and local pay-transparency laws, the anticipated annualized commission range for individuals in this role is: $0.00 - $1,000,000+

Actual earnings will depend on the number and size of completed transactions and may vary significantly from this range. Marcus & Millichap is a multi-state employer and posted commission ranges are provided in good faith for compliance with all relevant pay-transparency regulations. These ranges may not reflect potential compensation for positions based in other states or regions. As an independent contractor, this role is not eligible for company paid benefits.

A real estate license is required but is not needed for the interview process.

What You Will Do

Follow a structured training program with mentor support while building your own business

Market investment properties to internal teams, external networks, and active investors

Work alongside experienced mentors to learn proven strategies while building and scaling a business

Advise clients on investment strategies and execute transactions

Prepare property analyses, including BOVs and market comparables

Market exclusive listings and negotiate offers and agreements

Prospect, develop, and manage long-term client relationships

Research ownership records, market data and industry trends

Who You Are

Three plus years of continuous professional work experience, preferably in sales or real estate

Competitive – You excel in performance-based environments (those who are motivated, adaptable, and goal‑oriented often excel here)

Capable – You think critically and learn quickly

Coachable –You welcome feedback and apply it

Committed – You bring a strong work ethic and a long-term mindset

Communicative – You build relationships and communicate clearly

What We Offer

Non-Competitive Management – Managers focus exclusively on coaching, support, and agent development so you receive dedicated guidance.

Training – Comprehensive commercial real estate training with online modules, role play, and hands on learning. For experienced professionals, our program will enhance your existing skills.

Mentorship – One on one mentorship to help you accelerate your growth.

Earning Potential – Marcus & Millichap offers uncapped earning potential for driven agents.

Culture – We are a culture of entrepreneurial, sales professionals, aligned around shared goals and high standards.

Collaboration – Our proprietary listing platform, provides access to all firm listings and supports a culture of teamwork and information sharing.

Growth – Many of our top agents, market leaders, and executives started in this role, offering true long term career potential.

Who We Are

Our mission is to help our clients create and preserve wealth by providing the best real estate investment sales, financing, research, and advisory services available.

Marcus & Millichap was founded in 1971 with the goal of being a new kind of company – one driven by long-term relationships and built on a culture of collaboration. We focus on bringing together specialized market knowledge, the industry's leading brokerage platform and exclusive access to inventory to achieve exceptional results for our clients, year after year.

Today, we are the industry’s largest firm specializing in real estate investment sales and financing.