Global Workplace Internship
About Pearson
As the world's largest FTSE 100 learning company, Pearson has been contributing a profound impact on our world since its formation in 1844. Pearson employs more than 20,000, operates in 70 countries and delivers products and services in nearly 200 countries. We work toward a common purpose - to help everyone achieve their potential through learning. We do that by providing high-quality, digital content and learning experiences, as well as assessments and qualifications that help people build their skills and grow with the world around them. Learn more at pearsonplc.com
About the role
The Global Workplace team is responsible for managing the end-to-end property lifecycle across Pearson's c.150 corporate properties globally, with a total of 2.9m SF under management and a budget of c.£50m.
The department is responsible for all property acquisitions and dispositions, regulatory compliance and the delivery of all key workplace services and projects.
The Workplace team is split into three main functions, under the Global Head of Property & Workplace Services:
Regional Workplace Management:
coordinating end-user relationship, execution of Workplace services and the delivery of capital projects. Portfolio Management:
leading all commercial negotiations with Landlords, Tenants and Brokers. Workplace Operations:
driving Data & Insights, Risk Management, Governance, Communications & Change and Property Finance (the internship position is in the Property Finance team, reporting to the Workplace Cost Management Manager). On a day-to-day basis the Intern will work closely with the Cost Management Manager and the Regional Analysts to help with budget tracking, financial analysis, forecasting and reporting. As and when required, support will also be provided to the wider Workplace team, giving the Intern an opportunity to experience other areas of real estate. One of Workplace's strategic objectives for 2025, is to review our current third-party service partners (used to deliver local Workplace services), with a view to proposing the optimum target operating model that will help drive efficiencies and standards across the globe. The Intern will provide play a key role in supporting the launch of this initiative through: Engaging the Workplace and business teams to gather service requirements. Working with Finance Operations colleagues to gather and analyse the current spend profile with our third-party service partners. Identifying and analysing opportunities for cost reductions/savings, making proposals and recommendations to the Cost Management Manager. Identifying and analysing opportunities for Operational efficiencies, making proposals and recommendations to the Cost Management Manager. Documenting and managing project governance, including project plans and timelines. Attending all relevant meetings either in-person or remotely as appropriate. Key requirements Final year student pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in either; Business Studies, Business Administration, Real Estate, Project Management or Finance. Good interpersonal skills, able to easily communicate with people at all levels of the organisation. Strong skills in all Microsoft Office applications. Numerate and happy to work with data. Happy to work independently and use own initiative to solve problems. Given the global nature of the project, flexibility to adjust their working day is important. Expected to be in the office ~2 to 3x a week on specific days. Benefits & Rewards Gain practical experience in evaluating potential acquisitions, financial modelling & valuation, strategic planning and corporate finance within one of the UK's largest public companies. Exposure to senior executives and cross-functional collaboration within the organisation. Opportunity to work with experienced professionals and learn from industry experts. Mentorship and guidance to support professional and personal development. Potential for future career advancement within the organisation or recommendation for future opportunities. This is a 10-week internship programme, commencing
Monday 16th June 2025 . You will be paid for the duration of your 10-week internship at a pro-rata annual salary of £27,007.50. Submission deadline
Monday 17 February 2025.
Assessment centre
Friday 7 March 2025 in our London office (80 Strand), followed by final interviews in the week commencing Monday 17 March 2025.
The internship will end 10 weeks from the start date. How to Apply: Please submit your CV
and
cover letter detailing your interest in the Internship position. In your cover letter, please also include how your skills and knowledge aligns with this role. Pearson is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Pearson believes that wherever learning flourishes, so do people. We are committed to being an anti-racist company in everything we do. We value the power of an inclusive culture and a strong sense of belonging. If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.
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coordinating end-user relationship, execution of Workplace services and the delivery of capital projects. Portfolio Management:
leading all commercial negotiations with Landlords, Tenants and Brokers. Workplace Operations:
driving Data & Insights, Risk Management, Governance, Communications & Change and Property Finance (the internship position is in the Property Finance team, reporting to the Workplace Cost Management Manager). On a day-to-day basis the Intern will work closely with the Cost Management Manager and the Regional Analysts to help with budget tracking, financial analysis, forecasting and reporting. As and when required, support will also be provided to the wider Workplace team, giving the Intern an opportunity to experience other areas of real estate. One of Workplace's strategic objectives for 2025, is to review our current third-party service partners (used to deliver local Workplace services), with a view to proposing the optimum target operating model that will help drive efficiencies and standards across the globe. The Intern will provide play a key role in supporting the launch of this initiative through: Engaging the Workplace and business teams to gather service requirements. Working with Finance Operations colleagues to gather and analyse the current spend profile with our third-party service partners. Identifying and analysing opportunities for cost reductions/savings, making proposals and recommendations to the Cost Management Manager. Identifying and analysing opportunities for Operational efficiencies, making proposals and recommendations to the Cost Management Manager. Documenting and managing project governance, including project plans and timelines. Attending all relevant meetings either in-person or remotely as appropriate. Key requirements Final year student pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in either; Business Studies, Business Administration, Real Estate, Project Management or Finance. Good interpersonal skills, able to easily communicate with people at all levels of the organisation. Strong skills in all Microsoft Office applications. Numerate and happy to work with data. Happy to work independently and use own initiative to solve problems. Given the global nature of the project, flexibility to adjust their working day is important. Expected to be in the office ~2 to 3x a week on specific days. Benefits & Rewards Gain practical experience in evaluating potential acquisitions, financial modelling & valuation, strategic planning and corporate finance within one of the UK's largest public companies. Exposure to senior executives and cross-functional collaboration within the organisation. Opportunity to work with experienced professionals and learn from industry experts. Mentorship and guidance to support professional and personal development. Potential for future career advancement within the organisation or recommendation for future opportunities. This is a 10-week internship programme, commencing
Monday 16th June 2025 . You will be paid for the duration of your 10-week internship at a pro-rata annual salary of £27,007.50. Submission deadline
Monday 17 February 2025.
Assessment centre
Friday 7 March 2025 in our London office (80 Strand), followed by final interviews in the week commencing Monday 17 March 2025.
The internship will end 10 weeks from the start date. How to Apply: Please submit your CV
and
cover letter detailing your interest in the Internship position. In your cover letter, please also include how your skills and knowledge aligns with this role. Pearson is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Pearson believes that wherever learning flourishes, so do people. We are committed to being an anti-racist company in everything we do. We value the power of an inclusive culture and a strong sense of belonging. If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.
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