2026 Summer Analyst, Architecture & Design (Related Midwest)

Related•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Related Midwest, the Chicago office of Related Companies, is the preeminent developer of mixed-use properties, affordable housing communities, and luxury condominium and rental homes across Chicago. The company commands a portfolio of residential, mixed-use and master-planned properties, including pioneering projects like The 78 where the company is heading a transformational development on 62 acres in the heart of downtown Chicago to create the city’s next great neighborhood. Related Midwest is also one of the largest developers of affordable housing in the Midwest, with more than 10,000 units owned and managed. The firm’s other market-defining projects include ultra-luxury residential tower One Bennett Park, designed by Robert A.M. Stern Architects, with adjacent park by Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates; Fulton Market’s 900 Randolph, the first high-rise in Chicago co-built by a Black-owned general contractor; luxury rental towers 500 Lake Shore Drive and OneEleven; Lathrop, an ongoing restoration and redevelopment of the historic Julia C. Lathrop Homes into a mixed-income community; 400 Lake Shore Drive, two residential towers situated where the river meets the lake in Chicago, and Roosevelt Square, an innovative 120-acre multi-phase development on Chicago’s west side. Formed in 1972, Related is the most prominent privately-owned real estate firm in the United States. Headquartered in New York City, the company has offices and major developments across the world. Related owns and manages a premier portfolio of assets valued at over $70 billion, including the 28-acre Hudson Yards neighborhood on Manhattan’s West Side. Related believes in investing in its talent and cultivates a positive, team-oriented environment where every voice is valued. Employees are encouraged to boldly take on new challenges, transcend the status quo, and demonstrate strong entrepreneurial spirit. In its relentless commitment to excellence, Related works to foster an innovative approach in its team members so that they can positively impact the communities in which they conduct business. Learn more about Related at www.related.com. Our formal 10-week internship programs provide students with the opportunity to work on critical projects integral to our team's success. Interns work alongside some of the best minds in Real Estate, in an innovative, fast-paced environment and are expected to approach tasks and projects with dedication and initiative. Our internship program connects students with industry leaders and provides foundational real estate knowledge through a speaker series and networking events. We focus on accelerating growth with hands-on professional development and training. Recognizing that real estate thrives on relationships, we create an engaging experience with volunteering, portfolio tours, and intern led activities, all designed to build collaboration and a connected cohort.

Requirements

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Interest in furniture, materials, and procurement processes
Basic proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe InDesign/Photoshop, and Excel preferred
Strong communication skills and willingness to learn
Self-starter with a proactive approach to tackling tasks and challenges
Ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt to new challenges in a dynamic work environment.
Related is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

Responsibilities

Assist interior design team with FF&E selection research, including furniture, lighting, accessories, rugs, and artwork
Support preparation of FF&E packages and procurement
Help track pricing, lead times, and availability for FF&E items
Assist with vendor coordination, including requesting quotes, samples, and product information
Maintain and update FF&E logs, procurement trackers, and budgets
Support review of shop drawings, submittals, and samples for design compliance
Support development of marketing collateral including interior renderings, design of model units and unit floor plans.
Organize samples and maintain the sample library
Organize project documentation
Participate in internal design coordination meetings related to FF&E and interiors
Assist with meeting notes and follow-up items, especially related to procurement schedules