At Gensler, the value of our work stems from its positive impact on the human experience. We are a 6,000-person design firm with offices across the globe, and behind every project is a talented team of business professionals who make it all possible. From finance and HR to marketing, IT and facilities, our Operations team is the engine that drives the firm forward.

We believe that a great design firm runs on great operations. Our London office is home to a collaborative and high-performing Operations team that partners closely with studio leadership to keep the business thriving.

To learn more about our internship programs, please visit gensler.com/internships.

Your Role

As a Summer Business Business Operations Intern at Gensler, you will work closely with our Regional Operations Officer (ROO) and get an in-depth look at how a world-leading architecture and design firm operates behind the scenes. This is a unique opportunity for someone who wants to understand the full business of design — from the numbers to the people to the brand.

This is a full-time program running from 30th June through 28th August 2026. You must be available for the entire duration of the program.

What You Will Do

Shadow and support our Regional Operations Officer (ROO), gaining exposure to strategic business decision-making and studio operations
Rotate across key operational functions including to gain broad, hands-on experience
Assist with business reporting, data gathering and the preparation of internal presentations and operational summaries

Your Qualifications

You hold or are completing a degree in Business, Management, Finance, or a related field - OR you are an Architecture or Interior Design graduate looking to pivot into a business operations career
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to communicate clearly across different teams and levels
Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion
An interest in the built environment, architecture, or design is a plus but not essential
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite or data visualisation tools is advantageous

Your Additional Characteristics

Curious, proactive and eager to learn across a wide range of business functions
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with confidence engaging with people at all levels
Resourceful, self-motivated, and a collaborative team player who takes initiative
Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills with a commercial mindset

Applications close on the 23/04/2026

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