Summer Real Estate Project Management Intern (TIA & Construction)

Phillips Edison & Company LTD; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips Edison & Company LTD in Cincinnati is offering a Summer Intern position within the Portfolio Management team to gain hands-on experience in commercial real estate project management. You will support tenant improvement projects, coordinate with internal and external partners, and help track milestones from inception to opening.

This internship is ideal for a student studying construction management, architectural engineering, or real estate, with strong organizational and communication

Qualifications

• A current university student enrolled in a degree seeking program studying Construction Management, Architectural Engineering, Real Estate, or other related program and in good academic standing.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Procore) is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Interest in commercial real estate and tenant improvement processes.

Responsibilities

• Join our Portfolio Management team as a Summer Intern and gain hands-on experience in commercial real estate project management.
• You'll play a key role in supporting tenant improvement (TIA) projects, including buildouts, landlord work, and coordination with internal teams and external partners.
• This is an excellent opportunity to learn how construction impacts leasing and property operations while contributing to real-world projects.
• Assist with tracking and managing active TIA projects from inception to completion, including monitoring tenant delivery and opening dates.
• Communicate with tenants "neighbors" to understand their scope of work, timelines, and construction needs that help them open sooner and commence rent earlier.
• Support outreach efforts to gather information on construction plans, permitting status, and provide continuous follow-up.
• Update and maintain project dashboards and trackers (MRI and other tools) for accurate reporting.
• Collaborate with leasing, construction, and property management teams to ensure alignment of project goals.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and assist in documenting best practices.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Smartsheet

Procore

Tools

Smartsheet

Procore

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Phillips Edison & Company LTD in Cincinnati is offering a Summer Intern position within the Portfolio Management team to gain hands-on experience in commercial real estate project management. You will support tenant improvement projects, coordinate with internal and external partners, and help track milestones from inception to opening.

This internship is ideal for a student studying construction management, architectural engineering, or real estate, with strong organizational and communication