Virginia Tech - Pearson Campus Ambassador

Pearson • Blacksburg, VA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Pearson is the world’s learning company, dedicated to helping individuals acquire the knowledge and skills needed for success in their work and careers. We believe in lifelong learning and are shaping the future of education by combining the science of learning with the latest technology. This is not a typical brand ambassador role; our Pearson Campus Ambassadors (PCAs) gain real-world experience by collaborating with product and marketing teams, working on a virtual team, and developing professional communication skills. We foster an inclusive and diverse work environment where every idea and perspective is valued, ensuring our products reflect the diverse users we serve. PCAs earn experience by partnering with their local Pearson team on campus through digital presentations, sales calls, and technology registration tables. They help shape Pearson products by providing valuable feedback through focus groups, surveys, and other projects. PCAs also create content for our global brand across major social media platforms to engage students.

Requirements

• Currently an undergraduate student (freshman or sophomore) with a 3.0 GPA or greater at Virginia Tech.
• Open to ALL majors.
• Able to commit to work for one academic school year. We prefer students to continue on in the program until graduation.
• Preferably at least one semester of experience using Pearson+ MyLab, Mastering, or REVEL technology.
• Self-motivated, curious and proactive: ability to create and manage independent projects with limited supervision.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills: energetic, outgoing relationship-building skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Assist their local Pearson team (Field and Inside Sales Representatives) as needed each month to deliver back-to-school help for their peers, plus participate in faculty presentations where needed.
• Support their local Pearson team additionally with collecting office hour data, distributing flyers to professors, creating student-perspective videos, and other special projects.
• Complete 5-7 virtual projects per month, contributing input, opinions, and content in various formats such as: Participate in focus groups, Test-drive products in development, Complete surveys, Create social media content.
• Serve as a Pearson brand ambassador, creating and sharing content on social media, engaging with Pearson’s platforms, and promoting Pearson materials.
• Attend 3-4 virtual meetings per month to collaborate with the team and discuss ongoing initiatives.

Benefits

• Complimentary Pearson Higher Ed materials, including Pearson+ and access codes for MyLab, Mastering, and REVEL.
• Accrued paid sick time in accordance with company policy.
• Expand your professional network by partnering with on-campus faculty, Pearson team members, and others.
• Get published! Our PCAs create blogs which is another opportunity to showcase your skills on your resume or LinkedIn profile!
• Acquire real-world skills like problem-solving, public speaking, and communication.
• Become a member of the PCA virtual team! The team is comprised of over 100+ PCAs from across the country working toward a common goal of helping people succeed through education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED