Property Management Intern (Retail) Job at Pine Tree, Oakbrook Terrace, IL

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  • Pine Tree
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL

Job Description

Pine Tree

Founded in 1995, Pine Tree is the premier owner and operator of open-air shopping centers in the US with over 17 million square feet and $3 billion of assets under management. Pine Tree employees are guided by our core values of collaboration, trust, diligence, and empathy to optimize and grow our portfolio through elevated, insightful, and value-driven solutions for our stakeholders. Pine Tree is an equal opportunity employer. Learn more at

Summary of Position

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Property Management Intern to join our team for the Summer. This is an excellent opportunity for students interested in commercial real estate, property operations, tenant relations, asset management, and Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”). You will gain hands-on experience working with a seasoned property management team and exposure to real-world challenges in managing retail centers.

Responsibilities and Learning Opportunities

During your internship, you will support the team by assisting with:

  • Daily Property Operations : Participate in site inspections, vendor coordination, and maintenance oversight.
  • Tenant Relations : Respond to tenant requests, track issues, and support communications.
  • Special Projects : Support APMs, PMs/SPMs, and VPs with priority initiatives as assigned.
  • ESG Tracking : Help management gather and report required data
  • Data Clean-up: Assist Lease Administration by auditing and completing missing data

What You’ll Learn

  • How commercial real estate property, specifically open-air shopping centers, operates day-to-day
  • The fundamentals of tenant management, lease obligations, and vendor coordination
  • Exposure to budgeting, capital planning, and operational reporting
  • Best practices for maintaining curb appeal, safety, and visitor experience
  • Insight into the broader industry, including leasing, development, and asset management

Desired Skillsets & Qualifications

  • College student (incoming Junior, Senior, or graduate student) pursuing a degree in Real Estate, Business, Finance, Property Management, Urban Planning, or a related field
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  • Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • Interest in commercial real estate and property operations

Additional Internship Program Benefits

In addition to the responsibilities above, the program offers participants the following professional development opportunities:

  • Interaction with Senior Leadership: 1-on-1 meetings with department heads and executive leadership
  • Exposure to Other Departments: Provides an understanding of how a large real estate operating company is connected
  • Professional Development Opportunities : Provides access to Pine Tree’s Human Resources department, which will help them refine their resume, enhance their online professional presence, and develop interviewing and networking skills.

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all-encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

Compensation

Weekly stipend

Pine Tree is an equal-opportunity employer.

Job Tags

Summer work, Work at office,

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