Grants/Contracts Specialist - Higher Ed. jobs in Indiana

This is not your 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. Don’t take it from us, click HERE and learn from current and former PCAs.

PCAs earn real world experience by partnering with their local Pearson team on campus through digital presentations, sales calls, and technology registration tables.

At Pearson, the student voice matters! PCAs help shape Pearson products by providing valuable feedback through focus groups, surveys, and other projects. PCAs create content for our global brand across major social media platforms to engage students on your campus and beyond.

Responsibilities and Schedule Requirements

• Our ideal candidate demonstrates teamwork, with the ability to work at a variety of times Monday through Friday – daytime with some evening hours for virtual calls.

• In this hybrid role, PCAs work in-person with their local Pearson team 1-2 times per month to deliver back-to-school help for their peers, plus participate in faculty presentations where needed.

• PCAs complete an average of 5-7 virtual projects each month. This includes providing input, opinions, and content in varying formats such as participating in focus groups, test-driving products in development, completing surveys, creating social media content.

• PCAs attend 3-4 virtual calls per month.

• PCAs serve as brand ambassadors for Pearson and are expected to help create content for the Pearson brand, interact with Pearson social media accounts and share Pearson content on their own social media platforms.

• This is a part-time position requiring between 5-10 hours per week during the academic year, with some planning work required before each semester/term.

Qualifications:

• Currently an undergraduate student (freshman or sophomore) with a 3.0 GPA or greater at Purdue University

• 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

Compensation, Benefits, & Perks!

• $10.00/hr with an average of 5-10 hours per week

• Receive complimentary Pearson Higher Ed materials (including Pearson and our MyLab/Mastering/REVEL access codes)

• Expand your professional network (think your # of LinkedIn connections) by partnering with on-campus faculty, Pearson team members, and others. Gives you a leg up when beginning your professional career!

• Get published! Our PCAs create blogs & vlogs 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

• Serving as a campus ambassador will not directly increase your chances of being selected for a full-time role at Pearson post-graduation—but it can indirectly support your application!

Become a member of the PCA virtual team! The team is comprised of over 120 PCAs from across the country working toward a common goal of helping people succeed through education.

TO APPLY : Please apply online with your resume in order to be considered for this opportunity. Note: When you apply, please use your campus related address (on or off-campus).

What to expect from Pearson

Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022?

At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets. To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education. Alongside these, we have our corporate divisions: Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy and Direct to Consumer. Learn more at We are Pearson.

We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.

Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.

To learn more about Pearson’s commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, navigate to: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Pearson.

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 ppsmhr@pearson.com.

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Job: MARKETING

Organization: Higher Education

Schedule: PART_TIME

Req ID: 15340