Benefits admin assistant/intern

Benefits Admin Intern

We are a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. At SLB we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. We are facing the world’s greatest balancing act – how to simultaneously reduce emissions and meet the world’s growing energy demands. Our collective future depends on decarbonizing the fossil fuel industry, while innovating a new energy landscape. It’s what drives us – ensuring progress for people and the planet, on the journey to net zero and beyond.

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Location

Minerva Crawley, United Kingdom

Duration

12 months (paid internship)

Summary

The Benefits Admin Intern supports the administration and processing of employee benefits plans. This role provides exposure to global HR operations and benefits administration, supporting employees and HR stakeholders across multiple benefit programs including company-sponsored, insured, and state-sponsored plans. The intern will gain hands‑on experience in benefits administration, data accuracy, reporting, and compliance, while collaborating with Payroll, Finance, and HR teams. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to develop analytical, organizational, and stakeholder‑management skills in a dynamic global environment.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Record employees' enrollment and changes in benefits systems
• Support employees and HR staff regarding benefits queries
• Assist country administrators with reporting benefits for all eligible participants
• Ensure the accuracy of contribution files and timely payment of contributions to Trust, state authorities or third‑party providers administering plans
• Perform regular audits of benefits contribution reporting for eligible participants
• Ensure correct storage of benefits master data
• Maintain proper records for benefits administration such as rehiring records and beneficiary designations
• Support the distribution of annual benefits statements to participants and respond to related queries
• Process benefits for participants upon departure from company or retirement
• Coordinate with Payroll and Finance for issues related to contributions and payment of benefits
• Update internal websites where benefits plan information is stored
• Comply with SLB standards and policies
• Support coaching and onboarding of new team members when required
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with Data Privacy and Protection Guidelines and relevant legislation

Essential Requirements

• Currently in a placement or internship year
• Currently undertaking a sandwich year
• Interest in HR Operations / Benefits Administration
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Good analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Strong English communication skills (B2+ minimum)
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, multicultural environment
• Team‑oriented and proactive mindset

BlueFlex Scheme

We offer hybrid working with a combination of on‑site and home working days to achieve the right work‑life balance and allotted time for volunteering and sustainability efforts.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SLB is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.