QS Quacquarelli Symonds

A London-headquartered higher education company best known for the QS World University Rankings and for helping students choose where to study.

About QS Quacquarelli Symonds

QS says it connects and supports the global higher education sector through data, expert guidance, networks and services. It publishes the QS World University Rankings and works with more than 2,000 universities and over 12,000 employers.

Its stated mission is 'Empowering motivated people around the world to fulfil their potential'. It describes this as supporting international mobility, educational achievement and career development.

QS has been operating since 1990. A graduate job listing describes an 800-strong community in more than 40 countries, 11 international offices and a headquarters in London. QS's own careers page shows London hybrid roles.

QS says it brings together talent from a wide range of industries and backgrounds and wants an inclusive culture where innovation thrives. We did not find a list of company values.

QS has advertised London entry-level roles. A Graduate Assistant to the CEO role (2026) wanted a relevant degree or equivalent experience and closed on 18 May 2026, and an IT Operations Internship (2025) in London closed on 29 May 2025. Neither listing gave pay beyond 'competitive'. Both rounds are closed, so check qs.com/careers for the next one.

What they do

• {'desc': 'Publishes the QS World University Rankings.', 'title': 'University rankings'}
• {'desc': 'Helps students find and compare courses and universities.', 'title': 'Student guidance'}
• {'desc': 'Student recruitment and data services for institutions.', 'title': 'Services for universities'}
• {'desc': 'Connects employers with graduates.', 'title': 'Employability solutions'}

Key facts

• Headquarters: London, UK (per QS job listing)
• 800+ staff in 40+ countries; 11 international offices
• Operating since 1990
• Careers: qs.com/careers

Website: www.qs.com