Summer Internship - Business Operations - London

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.

As a Summer 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.

• 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

• 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

• 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.

At Gensler, the value of our work stems from its positive impact on the human experience. We are a dynamic and collaborative design firm uniting creativity, research, and innovation to solve complex problems for our clients. Our work challenges conventional ideas about architecture and the built environment. We aren’t just designing buildings—we are reimagining cities and places that make a difference in people’s lives.

Founded in 1965, Gensler has built a team of 6,000 professionals who partner with clients in over 100 countries each year. Everything we do is guided by our mission: to create a better world through the power of design.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

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