Internship Program & Recruiting

Department: Finance

What do you do in your current role?
I work primarily with the regional finance manager on special projects such as fixing NNN lease recovery structures and the impacts this will have on NOI and recovery rates. I also assist the other members of the finance department when it comes to reviewing NOI and reforecasting variances to determine if anything unusual occurred in our actual data versus what we had in our models.

What’s your favorite thing about working at PECO?
My favorite thing about working at PECO is the company culture. Everyday, I come into work knowing that regardless of the amount of work I have to do or deadlines I have to meet - it's going to be a great day. The upper-level managers and executives are very supportive of co-ops and interns being involved with the numerous activities that PECO has to offer, but also ensure that we enjoy our work and get out what we put in.

If you had to eat one thing for the rest of your life what would it be?
Crispy chicken tenders

What's your favorite grocery store?
Kroger, mainly because they are continuously working to improve customer satisfaction through higher quality products, lower prices, and marketplaces that are a one-stop shop for all your household needs.

Department: Underwriting & Transactions

What do you do in your current role?
I am responsible for working on our acquisitions and dispositions (buying and selling assets for our portfolio). On the acquisitions front this involves financial modeling, market research, due diligence, and drafting internal investment memos. For dispositions it is reviewing documents and putting together data centers for brokers, answering questions, and assisting the acquisitions officers with guiding an asset through the transaction process.

What is one thing PECO has taught you?
To make your goals and interests known. If you want to learn more about something or work on a specific type of project let people know. If you aren't up front and transparent about your goals people can't help you get there.

What’s your favorite grocery store?
For Shopping: Fresh Thyme; For Investing: Kroger

If you were an ice cream flavor, what would you be and why?
Mint Chocolate Chip because it has a very distinct flavor. I consider myself to be a bold individual so I believe it fits well.

Department: Property Accounting

What do you do in your current role?
I work on the property accounts team with debt and expense. Some of my monthly tasks include compiling Escrow draws, bank reconciliations, tenant bill backs and construction in progress reconciliation.

What’s your favorite thing about working at PECO?
My favorite thing about working at PECO is the opportunity to rotate through different departments as an intern. I started out in Internal Audit and now I am getting the chance to work in Property Accounting.

When you go to the grocery store, what is something you always purchase?
Chicken

What show on Netflix can you rewatch without getting tired of it?
Portlandia

Department: Property Management

What do you do in your current position?
I am currently assisting with a sales project. I calculate late fees for tenants who are non-compliant with sales reporting, input sales into MRI, and then reverse those late fees once we receive them.

What is one trait you believe you have been able to further develop at PECO?
Determination. PECO has presented me with many opportunities and challenges that have benefited my growth, and having the determination to work through them has allowed me to enhance my work skills.

What is your favorite grocery store?
Kroger

What's your favorite genre of music?
Pop

Title: Financial Analyst, Corporate Finance

Why did you choose to stay at PECO?
I chose to stay at PECO after almost a year of being a Co-Op because of my experience here. I love the company culture and feel as though it was a smooth transition from co-op to full-time associate. I really liked that I was already familiar with the company, and industry and could start full time with a sense of confidence instead of being nervous about starting my first full time job.

What has been your greatest achievement at PECO?
My biggest accomplishment at PECO has been getting a full-time position on the Corporate Finance team. I was attending a graduate program at UC while I was a Co-Op and was planning on moving back to Dallas where I was living previously when I was done with graduate school. I decided to stay in Cincinnati to be able to continue to gain experience and knowledge in the great environment that PECO provides and am excited to continue to grow here!

What advice would you give your past self working as a Co-Op to be successful at PECO?
I would tell myself to prioritize introducing yourself to associates. Everyone at PECO is eager to help Co-Op students in any way they can. Asking for advice about your career, or questions about the company or industry and expressing interest can go a long way and you should take every opportunity that you can to put yourself out there.

If you could travel anywhere, where would it be?
I really want to travel to the Grand Canyon!

Title: Transactions Analyst, Transactions Department

Why did you choose to stay at PECO?
I chose to stay at PECO because I thoroughly enjoyed my role and the people I worked with. I always felt comfortable to ask questions when needed, and felt that I gained some of the most valuable experience of my undergraduate career here.

What has been your biggest accomplishment at PECO?
My biggest accomplishment here so far, in my opinion, has been the professional growth I’ve endured in terms of learning the transaction side of commercial real estate, as well as getting comfortable collaborating with so many other departments to achieve a task.

What did you learn from your internship that you have applied to your full-time position at PECO?
During my co-op, I learned pretty much everything I needed to know to successfully thrive in my full-time position. At the end of other co-ops with different companies, I did not always feel like I was getting prepped to be a full-time employee. I felt that I found myself doing more ‘co-op’ tasks instead of things that were actually benefitting my team. At PECO, it was different.

If you could travel anywhere, where would it be?
If I could travel anywhere, it would be Italy.

Title: Staff Property Accountant

Why did you choose to stay at PECO?
From my first day as a co-op, I felt like PECO was invested in my professional and academic development. I was always encouraged to put school first, so when I was offered a full-time position, it was an extremely easy decision.

What did you learn from your internship that you have applied to your full-time position at PECO?
I take pride in being an accomodating person. During my internship I always felt proud when I could go out of my way to make someone else's day a little easier. This is something that I've definitely carried with me to my full-time position, and really highlights the team mentality we foster at PECO.

What advice would you give your past self working as a Co-Op to be successful at PECO?
Get involved! What makes PECO such a great place to work are the people who work here.

What is one social media app you can't live without?
TikTok. I love to cook and always find the best recipes there!

Title: Staff Property Accountant

Why did you choose to stay at PECO?
I genuinely enjoyed the culture and environment created here as well as the people that I work with. I am comfortable asking questions and learning new things along the way, and it felt like it would be an easy transition from co-op to full time role.

What has been your biggest accomplishment at PECO?
Accepting a full-time role with PECO and getting a better understanding of accounting in the real world. There is always something new to learn and I believe I have gained valuable experience during my time here and will do so in my new role as well.

What advice would you give your past self working as a co-op to be successful at PECO?
Be confident, and don't be afraid to ask questions! Everyone here understands and expects you to have questions as you learn along the way and will be happy to help you. They want you to learn and be successful!

If you could travel anywhere, were would it be?
I would like to travel all over Europe!