Construction - Tenant Improvements Intern (Summer 2026) na Phillips Edison & Company

About us:

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 we’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.

Why PECO?

With consistent recognition as one of Cincinnati's top workplaces for 9 consecutive years, PECO's success as one of the nation's largest owners and operators of grocery-anchored shopping centers is driven by a strong employee culture and a small company feel. PECO values diversity, equity, and inclusion through various employee resource groups, and offers numerous wellness programs – including an on-site fitness facility and fitness classes. At PECO, associates enjoy meaningful interactions with one another, creating an energetic, high performing, yet relaxed work environment where individuals truly enjoy being a part of the team.