Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust is an owner, manager and developer of well-located retail and commercial real estate across Canada. Choice Properties' portfolio spans approximately 65 million square feet of gross leasable area and consists of over 700 properties.

Choice Properties’ strategy is to create value by enhancing and optimizing its portfolio through accretive acquisitions, strategic development and active property management. Choice Properties' principal tenant is Loblaw Companies Limited, Canada's largest retailer. Choice Properties' strong alliance with Loblaw positions it well for future growth.

A commitment to continuous learning and development is a strong part of our culture.

Position Overview

The Intern will support the Legal team and will be provided with practical exposure to the legal environment in the context of a fast-paced real estate company. Students will have the opportunity to gain hands on experience in a wide range of matters including real estate transactions, commercial contract negotiation and drafting, litigation management and/or management of compliance issues.

The Intern role will start on May 15^th to August 25th.

During this program, you will:

• Work and communicate with people across all levels of the organization, while expanding your business network
• Perform amongst a variety of teams and develop new skillsets and sources of knowledge
• Learn and grow as you demonstrate leadership and make connections across our group of companies

Responsibilities:

• Commercial contract negotiations and drafting
• Exposure to lease negotiations and drafting
• Assist with running and overseeing real estate transactions
• Conduct legal research
• Review existing signed documentation and provide legal analysis on interpretation or effect

Qualifications:

• Enrolled as a law student at an accredited Canadian Law School
• Proof of good academic performance
• Strong time management skills and attention to detail
• Ability to effectively manage several projects simultaneously
• Willingness to learn
• Interest in the commercial real estate industry

Eligibility:

• Eligible to work in Canada

Application Process:

• Submit a cover letter, resume, and transcript to the link provided below.Please ensure that you upload the cover letter, resume and transcripts as ONE (1) document as you will not be able to upload individually.
• In your cover letter, please outline relevant skills and experiences that will contribute to both your success in the program and the overall organization.

The deadline to apply is January 31st at 11:59pm.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No agencies or telephone calls please.

Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and colleagues with disabilities.