What do I wear as an intern in IS?

Having trouble finding consistent info about RE dress code on here. 

I'm interning w/ a national brokerage branch in a western tertiary market & need help dressing first week. I have heard that a full suit will feel out of touch w/ geographic norms, but others say it is the standard? Basically building my wardrobe from scratch, so any input helps.

Also feel like it's worth mentioning this is not a structured role I applied for, as I am younger and landed it through cold outreach, so not a traditional internship. Trying to get a feel for everyday wear & what I need for client interactions so I show up prepared.

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I’d wear a button down and slacks/pants (lulu/vuori/rhone) with a coat. Nothing wrong with overdressing, you can always take off the coat if you’re uncomfortable and button down/pants is standard attire for any office (tie not necessary, that’s mostly outdated now). Last thing u want to do is show up in an untucked polo and have that first impression carry with u the entire summer.

 

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