Risk Management 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 Risk Management team, gaining hands-on experience across a broad range of risk and insurance-related initiatives. The successful intern will work closely with the Director of Risk Management to support insurance renewals, review quotes and binders, analyze program structures, and assist with premium allocations. The intern will also help manage certificates of insurance, support claims reporting and loss trend analysis, participate in contract and lease reviews, and assist with special projects as needed, while contributing in a professional, detail-oriented, 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 an in-house Risk Management department at a publicly traded REIT.

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

The Risk Management Intern will be asked to work with the Director of Risk Management with the following functions:

• Assist with the 7/1/26 renewal of Acadia’s Master Liability Insurance Program
• Assisting in the review of all Quotes and Binders
• Assist in negotiating enhancements to the terms/conditions for these programs as well as analyze the adequacy of current limit and deductible/retention structures
• Assisting with premium allocations for these renewals
• Assisting with certificate of insurance issuance and tracking
• Claims reporting, tracking and analysis of loss trends and drivers
• Assist in contract/lease reviews to assess adequacy of risk transfer
• Collection and assessment of certificates of insurance for current tenants
• Special projects as needed
  
  

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.

Acadia Realty is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veteran/Disability