Leasing Intern

Acadia (NYSE:AKR), headquartered in Rye, New York, Acadia Realty Trust (NYSE:AKR) is an equity real estate investment trust focused on delivering long-term, profitable growth via its dual - core and investment management - platforms.

Our energized team is accomplishing this goal by building a best-in-class, location-driven core real estate portfolio with meaningful concentrations of assets in the nation's most dynamic urban and street-retail corridors, including those in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Dallas, and Boston. At the same time, we manage opportunistic and value-add investments through our investment management platform.

Acadia is currently seeking a qualified intern to join its Leasing team, who can participate in the full cycle of the deal making process. The successful intern will learn a variety of Leasing strategies and support the team in a professional and well-organized manner.

This is an onsite paid internship based in Rye, New York. This 10-week program will commence on May 26, 2026 and conclude on August 6, 2026.

Interns are assigned a mentor who will provide guidance throughout the duration of their internship. Interns will be encouraged to learn as much as possible about Acadia and how all of the various departments inter-relate during their experience with us. The intern should be prepared to work in a fast-paced team environment and will finish the internship having gained broad experience in Leasing matters from the landlord side of commercial real estate.

INTERNS WILL BE EXPOSED TO & PROVIDE SUPPORT IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:

Possible travel including air and ground transportation.

Canvass local retailers to generate new leads.

Research competitive market information and maintain understanding of market dynamics and trends.

Prepare materials for meetings and presentations, including assisting with compiling information creating reports and preparing/maintaining PowerPoint presentations.

Requirements:

Must be enrolled in a college degree program at an Accredited Institution

Must have completed junior year of college

Must be able to work onsite in Rye, NY

Ability to work 40 hours per week

Must have a GPA of 3.0 or above

Must have unrestricted work authorization in the US without a visa or sponsorship

Desired Characteristics:

Highly Self-motivated

Ability to prioritize challenging work schedule/multi-task

Strong written and verbal communications skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Internship Benefits Overview

Acadia's internship program offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the dynamic field of commercial real estate, supported by a robust structure designed to foster both professional and personal growth. Key benefits include:

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan Eligibility

Interns are eligible to participate in our 401(k) retirement savings plan, offering a head start on long-term financial planning.

Daily Stipend for Lunch

Pre-Tax Commuter Savings

Convenient Commute from NYC with Shuttle Service to/from Harrison Metro North Station to Rye Office Campus

Dedicated Mentorship

Each intern is paired with a dedicated mentor who provides guidance, feedback, and career development support throughout the program.

Immersive Industry Experience

Interns gain comprehensive exposure to the commercial real estate industry through:

Cross-functional team engagement

Onsite property tours for real-world context

A collaborative, hands-on group project

Direct access to CEO and senior leadership team

This immersive program is designed to provide meaningful insights into our business and culture, equipping interns with valuable skills and connections for their future careers.

An estimate of the current compensation for this position is $20.00 - 23.00 an hour.

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Acadia Realty is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veteran/Disability