Intern, Centennial Yards

ABOUT CENTENNIAL YARDS & CIM GROUP:Centennial Yards Company (CYC) was created by CIM Group to act as the owner and master developer of a 50-acre site in Atlanta, GA. This ambitious revitalization project is expected to transform underutilized property in the heart of Downtown Atlanta into a thriving community with leading businesses, retail establishments, a world-class entertainment district, and thousands of new apartments, designed to develop a diverse, collaborative, and pedestrian-friendly community.
CIM is a community-focused real estate and infrastructure owner, operator, lender, and developer. Our team of experts works together to identify and create value in real assets, benefiting the communities in which we invest. Our focus on enhancing communities is unwavering, and we strive to make an even greater impact in the years to come. Join us and make an impact today!
POSITION PURPOSE:Centennial Yards is a $5 billion transformational mixed-use development in Atlanta, the Southeast’s biggest and most influential market. As one of the largest and most ambitious city-center developments in the country, Centennial Yards is expected to revitalize 50 acres of underutilized land in the heart of Downtown Atlanta to connect surrounding communities and create several new city blocks. Looking for interns to assist Development Project Leads and Development Team members as well as Centennial Yards Company Team members with the day-to-day duties on the project(s) assigned. This includes onsite development activities through construction and pre-operation phases, administrative support, community engagement/outreach and other duties as assigned. The internship begins June 3, 2024, and ends July 26, 2024.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manage calendars including but not limited to; scheduling meetings, conference calls, accepting and/or declining and/or rescheduling meetings for project staff members and sending out meeting requests.
• Perform general research and analysis for deals in various stages of the development life cycle.
• Attend both internal and external meetings with staff, manage and track follow up and deliverables.
• Processing of invoices related to project expenses including but not limited to; setting up vendors, tracking payments in system to ensure timely payments, verifying invoice amount is within budget and in compliance with contract or agreement.
• Set up and maintenance of project and/or management files according to established criteria related to; contracts, documents, correspondence, agreements, reports, etc.
• Monthly construction progress reporting including but not limited to schedules, applications for payment, etc.
• Work collaboratively with team members to accomplish project goals.
• Develop, update and manage project schedules.
• Assist with consultant coordination and follow up.
• Approximately 25% to 30% travel to Centennial Yards and other project sites.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: (including certification, licenses, etc.)

• Must be currently enrolled in a full-time undergraduate program, Junior or Senior preferable.
• Experience with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint required.
• Demonstrates proficiency with document management.
• Experience with office equipment such as printers, copiers, scanners.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as contracts, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to read and interpret basic site plan and drawings is preferred
• Ability to read and interpret basic project schedules (MS Project) is preferred
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence and/or reports
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from staff members, other department members and/ or contacts in the business community.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from stakeholders such as investment team members, accounting staff, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.
• Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out instructions
• Ability to identify and solve practical problems
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to solve practical problems.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

HOW WE FEEL ABOUT DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:At CIM Group, we believe that the unique perspectives and backgrounds of our employees enhance everything we do. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is not only respected but celebrated. We strive to ensure that our workplace