Intern, Sustainability & ESG
About The Position
At Brookfield Properties, our success starts with our people. People like you. Brookfield Properties develops and operates real estate investments on behalf of Brookfield Asset Management - one of the largest alternative asset managers in the world. From office to retail, logistics to multifamily, and hospitality to development, we work across sectors to bring high-quality, sustainable real estate to life around the globe every day. We are seeking a Summer Intern - Sustainability & ESG to join our Atlanta team and contribute to advancing our environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategy across our logistics portfolio. This internship provides hands-on exposure to sustainability initiatives, ESG data management, and industry-leading practices in sustainable real estate.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in environmental science, sustainability, engineering, business, or a related field (rising juniors or seniors preferred)
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail; ability to manage and interpret large datasets
- Strongly proficient with Excel, familiarity with PowerPoint, and Word; experience with sustainability tools (e.g., Energy Star, GHG accounting) a plus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex information into clear insights
- Self-motivated, resourceful, and able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Responsibilities
- Compile and organize environmental and energy data (e.g., utility bills, tenant energy profiles, metering data, GHG emissions) to support corporate reporting and portfolio analysis
- Assist with GRESB, carbon footprint, and other ESG reporting requirements
- Conduct data checks to ensure accuracy and completeness of sustainability tracking systems
- Monitor emerging sustainability regulations, industry standards, and government incentive programs
- Summarize implications for Brookfield's logistics portfolio and identify opportunities for alignment or risk mitigation
- Support tenant energy and sustainability profiling across the portfolio, highlighting opportunities for efficiency, renewables, and advanced metering
- Contribute to sustainability project evaluations, such as solar feasibility or LEED/BREEAM certifications
- Draft materials to engage property managers, brokers, and tenants on ESG goals, initiatives, and best practices
- Assist in preparing presentations and reports for internal stakeholders and external partners
- Complete a focused project that applies research, data analysis, and strategic recommendations to advance a sustainability initiative. The project will be presented to senior team members at the conclusion of the internship
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Industry
Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
