Development Intern

Core Spaces; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 3,030,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous PTO

Voice to share perspectives

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) + matching & Roth option

Retirement options

Job summary

Core Spaces is seeking a Development Intern to support the Development Managers during project delivery, including close-out activities and coordination of FF&E, unit setups, and move-ins.

The role involves reviewing contractual requirements with design and construction teams, attending meetings, and occasional travel. Strong communication, organization, and professionalism are essential.

This internship offers practical experience in construction project management within a growing company.

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain professionalism under deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Motivated self-starter with integrity and ethical standards.
• Ability to interact with business partners.
• Experience with construction, architecture, engineering, or project management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project delivery and close-out to facilitate successful completion and turnover.
• Coordinate punch-list review/tracking/coordination, FF&E delivery/coordination/installation, unit and common area setup, and support move-ins.
• Assist with review and enforcement of contractual requirements for design and construction professionals; meet with contractors, architects, engineers & consultants to review status and resolve issues; review and analyze potential budget or schedule changes; attend project meetings.
• Occasional travel may be necessary.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management.
• Must be able to complete all physical requirements of this role with or without accommodation.

Skills

Professionalism

Verbal and written communication

Self-motivated

Integrity and ethics

Team collaboration

Time management

Attention to detail

Discretion with confidential info

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)

Job description

Benefits That Matter

• A culture that provides you a sense of belonging
• Competitive pay that values your contributions
• Generous PTO to disconnect or celebrate life milestones
• An environment that provides you a voice to share your perspectives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for access to confidential support services
• Company retirement options including 401(k) + matching & Roth account option

Position Overview

Core Space’s Development Intern will support the Development Managers to help with various project activities during the delivery of their assigned Development Project.

What You Will Do

• Assistance with the project delivery and close-out in order to facilitate a successful completion and turnover.
• Project close-out will include punch-list review/tracking/coordination, FF&E (fixtures, furnishing, and equipment) delivery/coordination/installation, unit and common area set‑up, as well as assisting the Development Team and Management team during move-ins.
• Beyond project close out the Development Intern may assist with review & enforcement of contractual requirements for design & construction professionals; meet with contractors, architects, engineers & consultants to review projects' status and resolve issues; review & analysis of potential changes to budget or schedule; and attend project meetings.
• Occasional travel may be necessary as needed
• Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned by management
• Must be able to complete all physical requirements of this role with or without a reasonable accommodation

Ideally, You'll Have

• The ability to maintain professionalism in the face of deadlines; exhibit good listening, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills; and to handle confidential information with discretion and trustworthiness.
• A demonstration of strong verbal and written communication skills.
• A highly motivated self-starter with a high level of personal integrity and business ethics who thrives in a team environment.
• A demonstrated ability to interact with, and develop, relationships with business partners.
• Excellent time management, communication, organization and personal effectiveness skills, as well as good computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, Project).
• Experience with construction, architecture, engineering, or project management, is a plus

Anticipated Schedule

• 10-20 hours/week through the Fall and Spring semesters and 30-40 hours a week through Summer 2027

Organizational Structure

Reports to: Associate, Development

Direct Reports: N/A

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Core Spaces celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, which creates a sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are and the community they represent.