Job Description

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 Accounting and Tax teams. Interns are assigned a mentor who will provide guidance throughout the duration of their summer internship.


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 will be encouraged to learn as much as possible about Acadia and how Acadia's various departments collaborate throughout the acquisitions process. The intern should be prepared to work in a fast-paced team environment and will complete the internship having gained broad experience in the deal analysis of retail-focused commercial real estate.

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

• Support the quarterly accounting close
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations
• General ledger review
• Variance analysis review
• Financial statement preparation and footnotes

Tax

• Assist with tax provision and quarterly REIT testing.
• Research multistate state and local taxes
• Completing and filing sales tax returns
• Assisting with various schedules and compiling supporting documents for complex federal and state tax returns
• Assist with tax projections/forecasting.

Requirements:

• Must have completed junior year of college
• Must be enrolled in a college degree program at an accredited institution; pursuing Bachelor's in Accounting or Taxation.
• Must be able to work onsite in Rye, NY
• Must be able 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, hardworking, detail-oriented
• Ability to prioritize challenging work schedule/multi-task
• Strong communications skills (verbal, written and listening)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Passionate to learn about commercial real estate

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

Job Tags

Summer internship, Work at office, Local area, Visa sponsorship,

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