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

GGP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits day 1

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave options

Volunteer hours

Commuter benefits

Job summary

GGP Chicago seeks a Tenant Coordination Intern to support the design and construction phases of tenant projects within our retail portfolio. You will assist with plan reviews, permitting, construction progress, and store openings, gaining hands-on experience and mentorship.

The program offers exposure to the full tenant coordination process and culminates in a cross-functional internship project presented to executive leadership.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Currently enrolled in a college/university with graduation between Dec 2027 and May 2028, preferably 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, plus analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks in a team environment.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents is a plus.
• Knowledge of national building codes, building materials and systems (MEP), and life safety is a plus.

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.

Skills

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Read construction docs

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering, or Construction Management focus

Job description

Location

GGP Chicago - 350 N Orleans Street, Suite 300

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 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

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. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre‑screening will be contacted. #GGP