Corporate Responsibility 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 seeking a qualified intern to partner with its Director of Corporate Responsibility to assist in driving its corporate responsibility initiatives and performance.
 

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:
 

• Contribute to the strategy development of Acadia’s Corporate Responsibility program.
• Conduct research, create reports on program efforts, and conceptualize new ideas for ESG and sustainability initiatives, data collection, employee programs and community engagement.
• Learn about utility data and work on building to portfolio initiatives to conserve carbon, energy, water and waste. 
• Work on special, related projects as needed.

Requirements:

• Must have completed junior year of college
• Must be enrolled in a college degree program at an Accredited Institution 
  • Pursuing degree in related area including commercial real estate, business, environmental science/studies or related field

• 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: 

• Possess a passion for ESG with experience in executing innovative environmental related projects
• 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.

Apply online at https://www.acadiarealty.com/human-capital/careers

Acadia Realty is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veteran/Disability