Development Intern (Summer Internship 6/1/2026-8/7/2026)

About the job
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 110 high-performing retail assets, encompassing over 103 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

If you’re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.

Job Description  Brookfield Properties has an in-office need for a Development Intern for Summer 2026 at the corporate office in Chicago, IL.

Position Overview  This intern will work largely on project-based assignment supporting our Development function at the company working with leaders up to our Chief Development Officer.

Responsibilities
Accurately coordinates and assembles project financial reporting as required, including proforma updates, partner reporting, draw requests, internal and external company reporting and additional tasks as assigned
Assists Developers with proforma preparation, monitors and verifies the integrity and accuracy of the development proformas; monitors and evaluates investment decisions throughout the project
Assists Development Managers with all budgets, including corporate departmental budgets and capital planning for the development pipeline
Assists with the completion of the implementation and enhancement initiatives, as well as identify future needs
Evaluates economics on leasing deals and anchor agreements, focusing on the impact to project returns
Communicate and present to Sr Leadership analytical and research findings supporting retail development pipeline
Qualifications 
High school diploma or GED required
Currently enrolled in College or University with a graduation date between Dec 2026 & May 2027
Self-motivated and proactive, both with respect to managing workload and own professional development
Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines
Excellent interpersonal, creative, analytical, and problem-solving ability
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to coordinate multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
Highly motivated to succeed in a team environment
Compensation 
Salary type: Non-Exempt
Pay Frequency: Bi-weekly
Hourly Pay Range: $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.