Finance Intern - Developers Diversified Realty (DDR) Position Title: Finance Intern Employer Name: Developers Diversified Realty (DDR) Paid Position: yes Address 1: 3300 Enterprise Parkway Address 2: City: Beachwood State: OH Zip: 44122 Phone: 216-755-6601 Fax: Email: jtichar@ddr.com WebAddress: www.ddr.com Contact/Supervisor: Joseph M. Tichar, Vice President & Chief of Staff Supervisor e-mail (if different): Alternate Contact/Supervisor: Todd Hamula, Training Director Alternate Contact's e-mail: thamula@ddr.com Student from previous year (if applicable) : Student from previous year's email (if applicable): Brief Description of Agency or Firm's Mission: DDR is an owner and manager of 538 value-oriented shopping centers representing 134 million square feet in 41 states, Puerto Rico and Brazil. The company’s assets are concentrated in high barrier-to-entry markets with stable populations and high growth potential and its portfolio is actively managed to create long-term shareholder value. DDR is a self-administered and self-managed REIT operating as a fully integrated real estate company, and is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol DDR. Describe the value of the proposed Internship to the Agency/Firm: The company considers the Summer Internship Program an excellent resource for future hires to the company and an excellent way to attract talent to the Northeast Ohio region following graduation. Describe the value of the proposed Internship to the Intern: The Intern will be given specific Goals and Objectives to ensure both a well-rounded educational experience and a feeling of accomplishment by the Intern at the conclusion of the summer. One of the unique aspects of our Summer Internship Program is the investment our senior leadership has in the program and the exposure the Intern will have to those members of our management team. Job Description (should include: hours of work, job responsibilities, reporting structure -- chain of command, a description of the intern's "typical" day): Description: Finance interns are assigned to a mentor within the Corporate Finance Department and will have the opportunity to work on various projects and analyses relating to the financial and operating performance of DDR and industry peers. Finance interns will gain a solid understanding of real estate finance, capital markets, and investor relations, and will be expected to work on various ad hoc projects as needed by the Corporate Finance Department. Interns are encouraged to learn as much as possible about the Company and the various departments within the Company during their summer experience with us. Expected daily work hours 40 hours per week. How much will I get paid? $10-$12 per hour based on education and experience What is a typical day like? The company prides itself on not being able to guarantee that any day at the company will be typical. The Intern should understand that the company maintains a professional work environment and that they will be provided the appropriate resources to accomplish the Goals and Objectives set forth for them. Each day will be a learning experience. Will I need a car? Required Is the office accessible via public transportation? No Management Goals: (should include: role of supervisor, frequency of intermediate reviews, expectations of intern, and an explanation of how the intern fits into the organization's goals -- please indicate whether supervisor works full-time or part-time): Special Job Requirements (i.e. transportation, language, technical or other skills): Skills required The company is seeking students who have completed their sophomore or junior year in college. Students should be highly motivated and interested in commercial real estate and possess excellent communication skills and a strong work ethic. Interested students will need to submit a resume along with a cover letter in MS Word or PDF format to resumereply@ddr.com. Applications are being accepted through April 15, 2012. Additional Information: Students must apply on BOTH the eRecruiting website and the Bulldogs on the Cuyahoga website (www.bulldogsonthecuyahoga.com) to be considered for positions. Bulldogs on the Cuyahoga is open to current Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors only. Current Freshmen are not eligible to apply. Please Note: If you accept this opportunity you will be required to submit a $100 non-refundable housing deposit/program fee to defray the cost of your participation in the program. The amount will be due prior to arriving in Cleveland. Transportation: Students are responsible for coordinating their own transportation to and from the workplace. International Students: You will need to apply for permission from immigration to work off campus (Optional Practical Training) to engage in a BAA internship. OPT applications can take up to three months for immigration to process, so advance planning is required. These applications must be submitted through the Office of International Students and Scholars. For full information on the OPT application process go to http://www.yale.edu/oiss/immigration/common/f1students/opt.html or contact monica.weeks@yale.edu.