Description
PEARSON INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Intern – Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Content Standards Associate
Pearson Interns - Helping shape the future of education
Why join Pearson’s intern program?
Pearson is the world’s learning company. We help people of all ages acquire the knowledge and skills they need to be successful in their work and careers. We believe that everyone should be able to keep learning, every day and in every way, throughout their lives. Bringing together everything we know about the science of learning and the latest technology, we’re shaping the future of teaching and learning.
We’re looking for the next generation of talented undergraduates to join our team for a 10-week internship. An internship at Pearson is an opportunity to bring your own unique perspective as a learner, together with your academic knowledge, technical skills, and enthusiasm, to help create products used by students like you.
As one of our interns, you will gain a comprehensive introduction to our business. You’ll be assigned to a team and work on real-life projects that bring our products and services to life. On the job training and professional development will be provided to enable you to contribute to the business. You’ll also have direct access to a senior member of the team, as each intern will be mentored to help you make the most of the ten-week program.
We foster a work environment that’s inclusive as well as diverse, where our people can be themselves. Every idea and perspective is valued so that our products reflect the people we serve — our teachers and learners.
What Does the Internship Program Offer?
Successful candidates will spend 10 weeks working within our Production & Digital Studio teams.
You will be paid for the duration of your internship. The internship begins on Monday, June 7th and ends Friday, August 13th.
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.
Job description
The Pearson Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Content Standards team provides training, content standards, and best practices in support of our higher education products across disciplines. Among the intern’s responsibilities are to:
Conduct research on specific DE&I issues to inform our reviews and guidelines
Survey and analyze peer data on DE&I challenges and experiences using higher education products; suggest and contribute to effective solutions
Explore DE&I innovator organizations and events to engage and facilitate key partnerships
Provide a learner perspective for Pearson DE&I content reviews
Participate in DE&I content training
Graduation date between 2021 and 2023
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.
Qualifications
Qualifications
What are we looking for in an Intern:
Strong communication skills with the ability to discuss any issues with a wide variety of individuals and groups
Ability to create content to deadline and with attention to detail, focusing on understanding and pitching to a target audience
An organized team player who can manage multiple tasks, work independently and think strategically
Familiarity with Microsoft applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook etc. and an interest in technology
Primary Location : US-RE-Remote
Work Locations :
US-Remote
Remote
Job : Project/Temporary Workforce
Organization : Global Product
Employee Status : Fixed Term
Job Type : Internship
Job Level : Entry Level
Shift : Day Job
Job Posting : Apr 7, 2021
Job Unposting : Ongoing
Schedule: : Full-time Temporary
Req ID: 2105075
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