The British Embassy Mexico is seeking to recruit a Corporate Service Team (CST) Intern to work within the Estates team to support accommodation, construction and property maintenance projects run by team members.  A key task will be to help with establishing new systems and procedures for creating a sustainable, efficient, customer-focused, cost-effective and health & safety conscious Estates platform. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about the innerworkings of an Embassy and to develop valuable professional skills through real-world experiences in a diplomatic setting.

The jobholder will require good organization, delivery and team working skills.  The Estates Intern will also need to work closely with staff at the Ambassador’s Residence in order to support or supervise different tasks.

Roles and responsibilities:

• Support the Estates team in the implementation of strategies, action plans and projects to improve the efficiency, effectiveness, responsiveness and high-quality customer service in the team
• Support the Estates Accommodation officer in the arrival and departure processes of UKB staff.
• Work with the Maintenance Assistant in the supervision of monthly maintenance programs for properties
• Provide support on key Estates projects, such as warehouse inventory and garage sales
• Search for suppliers and obtain quotations
• Other administrative and operational tasks as may be required

All Employees at the Embassy are expected, as part of their job, to contribute towards wider corporate activities.

Essential on arrival:

• Currently studying or recently graduated with a Bachelor’s degree
• Proactive profile
• Ability to work with multifunctional team
• Customer service perspective
• Attention to details

Language requirements: 

Language: English and Spanish
Level of language required: Advanced