• Job Description

  Req#: 2004729

  Job Description

  Working for Equity Residential (EQR), an industry-leading multi-family REIT headquartered in downtown Chicago, means being part of a community and striving to provide the best in apartment living, speaking boldly about new ideas for innovation, and inspiring creativity in the ways we work together. Our portfolio of high-quality properties in growth markets – New York City, Boston, Washington DC, Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Denver, to name a few – provides homes where people most want to live. We've got the best people in the business, and our experience shows in our dedication to residents and in how much we value each other as colleagues. That’s why our employees say they are proud to work at Equity, a company that knows how to Live Remarkably.

  Equity Residential’s corporate intern program is a full-time, 10-week paid internship based in Chicago. The selected intern will work with the HR PMO group for the length of the program and will have the opportunity to collaborate with various interns in other business areas (HR, Property Operations, Investments, and Communications).

  The purpose of Equity's Corporate Internship Program is to attract emerging diverse talent and promote learning about Equity and the real estate industry. Participants will have the opportunity to accelerate their professional growth and diversify their work experience by engaging with different business partners throughout the program.

  Please note: Our internship experience will be a hybrid in-person/remote platform for 2024, with three days of required on-site participation at our corporate office in Chicago or SoCal office . Relocation is not provided for this internship.

  WHO YOU ARE

  ● Organized, Flexible, and Adaptable. You have a keen eye for detail and pride yourself on delivering quality work. You multitask well, re-prioritize accordingly, and meet deadlines consistently. You keep your cool during stressful situations, remain resilient, and quickly find solutions in order to meet the changing needs and priorities of the business.

  ● A Collaborator and Trusted Team Player. You enjoy partnering with others —whether internal or external— and building constructive working relationships that foster cooperation in order to get work done and deliver great results. You are united with teammates and follow through on commitments.

  ● A Solution-Oriented Team Player. You are united with teammates and follow through on commitments.

  ● Passionate. Motivated. Eager to Learn. You ask smart questions, challenge the status quo, and regularly seek to understand. You invest extra energy to reach your goals.

  OVERVIEW OF THE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

  • A first-hand experience of day-to-day life at a REIT and resources to learn the programs/tools and processes used in the industry.
  • Perform research and prepare reports on assigned topics and/or projects.
  • May create or update systems or databases for specific department needs.
  • Present project results to department personnel or management.
  • Work collaboratively across EQR departments and functions to establish and update a strategic plan that maximizes value and enhances returns for every asset within the portfolio.
  • Represent Equity Residential in a professional manner at all times. Consistently maintains a professional, courteous attitude when dealing with residents, coworkers and the general public.

  WHAT YOU’LL DO

  The HR Project Management Intern will work closely with the HR PMO team to coordinate and facilitate activities that ultimately drive our strategy forward. The HR Project Management Intern supports the Project Management Office in preparing comprehensive project plans, including resources, timeframes, and project budgets, and sharing updates with the HR Transformation team.

  Responsibilities include but are not limited to coordinating and communicating various project tasks, administrative duties like maintaining project documentation, and monitoring and summarizing project progress. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and meticulous.

  ● Coordinate project management activities, resources, equipment, and information, and assist the HR Project Management Office in the implementation and completion of selected projects.

  • Maintain and update comprehensive project documentation, plans, and reports and ensure they are accurate and complete, including Click-up Tasks.
  • Provide administrative support for project meetings with the Project Team and stakeholders. Support preparation of materials, take notes and collate action points during meetings.
  • Coordinate logistics for national and regional initiatives as requested (such as Summits, Town Halls and Sales meetings).
  • Assists on key national initiatives to ensure best business practices.
  • Other duties as assigned.

  REQUIREMENTS

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree
  • Excellent time management skills are a must.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, creativity, and excellent organizational skills.
  • Must be able to handle time constraints and work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Must be able to learn new computer software upgrades and enhancements.
  • Strong collaboration and excellent communication skills are required.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) is highly desired.

  
  

• About the company

  Equity Residential is one of the nation’s largest publicly traded owners and operators of high-quality rental apartment properties.

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