Tenant Coordination Intern (Summer Internship 6/7/2027 - 8/13/2027)

Location GGP Chicago - 350 N Orleans Street, Suite 300 Business Headquartered in Chicago, IL, GGP is a leading retail real estate company with a portfolio of 95+ high-performing retail assets, encompassing over 95 million square feet of space across the United States. As an owner-operator, we’re committed to creating vibrant destinations that bring people and brands together. With a team of 1,200+ employees and a legacy of leadership in retail real estate, we’re shaping the future of the industry by delivering exceptional value to our partners and the communities we serve If you’re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.

Job Description

Position Summary

The Tenant Coordination Intern will provide support to the Tenant Coordination team in the design and construction phases of tenant projects within our retail portfolio. This role offers exposure to the full tenant coordination process, including plan review, permitting, construction progress, and store openings. Interns will have the opportunity to contribute to projects that directly impact the business, gain insight into retail real estate operations, and develop professional skills through mentorship, training, and collaboration. At the conclusion of the program, interns will complete a cross-functional group internship project and present their work to executive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Support the Tenant Coordination team with daily administrative and project-related tasks.
• Track design and construction timelines from tenant prospect through store opening, with a focus on early openings.
• Assist with plan submittals, reviews, approvals, lease reviews, permitting, construction progress, and opening coordination.
• Review tenant signage shop drawings against company design criteria for coordinator approval.
• Prepare and edit reports, presentations, and research to support business needs.
• Organize, schedule, and manage confidential information and data.
• Other projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Currently enrolled in a college or university with an expected graduation date between December 2027 and May 2028, preferably with a degree focus in Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering, or Construction Management.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to take initiative.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills., creative, analytical, and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks in a team environment.
• Possesses analytical, creative, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents is a plus.
• Knowledge of national building codes, building materials and systems (i.e. MEP), and life safety is a plus.

Compensation

• Salary type: Non-Exempt
• Pay Frequency: Bi-weekly
• Hourly Compensation: $22.50
• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental and Vision beginning day 1
• 401(k) Company matching
• 401(k) Vests on Day 1
• Career development programs
• Charitable donation matching
• Generous paid time off (i.e., vacation, personal holidays, paid sick time)
• Paid Volunteer Hours
• Paid Parental Leave
• Family planning assistance including IVF, surrogacy, and adoption options
• Wellness and mental health resources
• Pet insurance offering
• Childcare Assistance
• Commuter benefits

A culture on our values of Act with Integrity, Build Mutual Trust, Take Initiative and Win Together. We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.

#GGP The Brookfield Real Estate ecosystem spans the globe through multiple operating companies, all united by our core values. We cover every facet of real estate—from offices and retail spaces to logistics centers, residential homes, and hotels. Across thousands of properties worldwide, we combine world‑class expertise with deep local insights to drive exceptional value. Together, we transform neighborhoods and build lasting communities that stand the test of time. By leveraging the global scale of our operating companies and fostering trusted local partnerships, we collaborate seamlessly to support our communities and achieve shared success.