Real Estate Project Management Intern (Summer 2027)

Phillips Edison & Company operates grocery-anchored retail centers and provides acquisition, redevelopment, leasing, and management services. The Real Estate Project Management Intern will support commercial real estate tenant improvement projects by tracking project progress, coordinating with tenants and internal teams, maintaining project reporting tools, and contributing to process improvements.

What you'll do:

• 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

What they're looking for:

• 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

Benefits:

• Various employee resource groups
• Wellness programs, including an on-site fitness facility and fitness classes
• Energetic, high performing, yet relaxed work environment