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

Northbrook Court; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, Dental and Vision beginning a

401(k) Company matching

401(k) Vests on Day 1

Career development programs

Generous paid time off

Job summary

GGP is seeking an Development Intern in Chicago to support our Development function. You will work with leaders up to the Chief Development Officer on project-based assignments, coordinating financial reporting and assisting with proformas, budgets, and evaluations of leasing economics.

This internship offers exposure to senior leadership, opportunities for professional growth, and a collaborative team environment within a leading retail real estate company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Currently enrolled in College or University with graduation date between Dec 2027 & May 2028.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Accurately coordinates and assembles project financial reporting, including proforma updates and partner reporting.
• Assists Developers with proforma preparation and monitors investment decisions throughout the project.
• Assists Development Managers with budgets, including capital planning for development pipeline.
• Supports completion of implementation and enhancement initiatives; identifies future needs.
• Evaluates economics on leasing deals and anchor agreements for project returns.
• Communicates and presents findings to Senior Leadership to support the retail development pipeline.

Skills

Self-motivated

Proactive

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Prioritization

Team orientation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Currently enrolled in College/University with graduation date Dec 2027–May 2028

Job description

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.

Job Description Position Overview

This intern will work largely on project-based assignment supporting our Development function at the company working with leaders up to our Chief Development Officer.

Responsibilities

• Accurately coordinates and assembles project financial reporting as required, including proforma updates, partner reporting, draw requests, internal and external company reporting and additional tasks as assigned
• Assists Developers with proforma preparation, monitors and verifies the integrity and accuracy of the development proformas; monitors and evaluates investment decisions throughout the project
• Assists Development Managers with all budgets, including corporate departmental budgets and capital planning for the development pipeline
• Assists with the completion of the implementation and enhancement initiatives, as well as identify future needs
• Evaluates economics on leasing deals and anchor agreements, focusing on the impact to project returns
• Communicate and present to Sr Leadership analytical and research findings supporting retail development pipeline

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Currently enrolled in College or University with a graduation date between Dec 2027 & May 2028
• Self-motivated and proactive, both with respect to managing workload and own professional development
• Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal, creative, analytical, and problem-solving ability
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
• Highly motivated to succeed in a team environment

Compensation

• Salary type: Non-Exempt
• Pay Frequency: Bi-weekly
• Hourly Pay Range: $22.50

Benefit Information

• 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.

#GGP At GGP, we’re all about creating spaces that do more than just exist — they thrive. For over 70 years, we’ve been at the forefront of retail real estate, building destinations where brands and communities come together to make magic happen.

With a portfolio of 95+ retail centers across 34 states, we’re proud to say that 61% of the U.S. population lives within an hour of a GGP destination. That’s not just reach — it’s impact. And it’s what drives us to keep innovating.

We’re not your average landlords. We’re partners, collaborators, and champions of retail success. In a world where the retail landscape is changing faster than ever, we’re here to help brands stay ahead, grow stronger, and connect more deeply with their customers.

At GGP, we don’t just manage real estate — we transform it into a retail advantage. Let’s build something extraordinary together.