University of Connecticut - Pearson Campus Ambassador

Pearson; Storrs (CT); On-site; USD 19,252 - 27,420; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary Pearson Higher Ed materials

Opportunity to expand professional network

Real-world skills development

Job summary

A global learning company is seeking a motivated Campus Ambassador to support Field and Inside Sales teams at the University of Connecticut. This part-time role provides an opportunity to gain real-world experience while promoting Pearson products through social media and on-campus activities. Candidates must be undergraduate students with a 3.0 GPA or greater. The program offers flexible working hours, professional networking opportunities, and valuable skills development.

Qualifications

• Seeking undergraduate students (freshman or sophomore) from any major.
• Must commit to work for one academic school year.
• Previous experience using Pearson technologies is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with back-to-school help for peers.
• Participate in faculty presentations.
• Create social media content promoting Pearson materials.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and presentation skills

Self-motivated

Curiosity

Proactive

Education

Currently an undergraduate student with 3.0 GPA or greater

Tools

Pearson+

MyLab

Mastering

REVEL

Job description

Why join Pearson’s program?

Pearson is the world’s learning company. We help people of all agesacquirethe knowledge and skills they need to be successful in their work and careers. We believe that everyone should be able to keep learning, everydayand in every way, throughout their lives. Bringing together everything we know about the science of learning and the latest technology;we’reshaping the future of teaching and learning.

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.

We foster a work environmentthat’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 students, employers and employees, and consumers and learners.

What Does the PCA Program Offer?

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's 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.

Pay rate

We offer a pay rate of $16.94 per hour, with an average work schedule of 5–10 hours per week.

Additionally, you will receive complimentary Pearson Higher Ed materials, including Pearson+ and access codes for MyLab, Mastering, and REVEL.

You will also be eligible foraccruedpaid sick timein accordance withcompany policy. Please refer to the Sick Leave Policy fordetails.

Job Description

We are looking for a motivated and outgoing Campus Ambassador to support our Field and Inside Sales teams in engaging with professors and students on campus. This part-time role plays a crucial part in driving sales, enhancing brand awareness, andprovidingvaluable insights from a student perspective.

Key Responsibilities

Assist their local Pearson team (Field and Inside SalesRepresentatives)as needed each month to deliver back-to-school help for their peers, plusparticipatein faculty presentations where needed.

Support their local Pearsonteam additionallywith collecting officehourdata, distributing flyers to professors, creating student-perspective videos, and other special projects.

Complete5-7 virtual projects permonth,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 brandambassador,creating content on social media, engaging with Pearson’s platforms, and promoting Pearson materials.

Attend 3-4 virtual meetings per monthto collaborate with the team and discuss ongoing initiatives.

Time Commitment

5-10 hours per weekduring the academic year.

Someadditionalplanning work may be requiredbefore each semester/term.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to gain sales experience, develop marketing skills, and make an impact in the education industry—all while working flexibly around your academic schedule.

MinimumRequirements

Currently an undergraduate student (freshmanor sophomore) with a 3.0 GPA or greater at the University of Connecticut.

Open to ALL majors.

Able to commit to work for one academic school year. We prefer students tocontinue onin the program until graduation.

Preferably at least one semester of experience using Pearson+, MyLab, Mastering, or REVEL technology.

Self-motivated,curiousand proactive: ability to create and manage independent projects with limited supervision.

Strong interpersonal and presentation skills: energetic, outgoing relationship-building skills area must.

Benefits, and Perks

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 which is another opportunity toshowcaseyour skills on your resume or LinkedIn profile!

Acquirereal-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 iscomprisedof over 100+ PCAs from across the country working toward a common goal of helping people succeed through education.

TO APPLY:

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