Intern - Product Creation Planner

LOCATION: ZURICH

Whether you're looking to jump start your career or gain first hands-on experience in a new field, an internship at On offers you a unique growth experience, the chance to make an impact from day 1 and contribute to On's growth journey. We are looking for fresh ideas, curious minds and passionate individuals ready to make a difference. Our internships generally last 6 months and you will be fully embedded in a team.

• Start date: March 1, 2026
• Duration: 6 months
• Prerequisite: Interest in area relevant to the internship, passion for On, right to work in EU / Switzerland
• Note: This is a paid internship
• If you don't meet the criteria above, unfortunately, we cannot move forward with your application. Please be truthful in your answers, the recruiter reviewing your application will appreciate your honesty.

Curious about life as an intern at On? We recommend watching the recording of our previous livestream ) to hear former interns share their internship experience, get an insider's look at different departments and pick up some tips and tricks from our recruiters to help you ace the application process Please note that the next internship program kicks off on March 1 (not September 1 as mentioned in the livestream).

As our Product Creation Planning Intern, you will be a key supporting member for our most dynamic and fast-paced projects. Your mission is to assist the team in providing the structure, visibility, and data needed to bring complex products to market on time.

You will:

• Support Custom Timelines: Assist the team in creating, managing, and maintaining the end-to-end product creation timelines across footwear, apparel, and accessories products.
• Support Cross-Functional Alignment: Help coordinate with key Product Organization teams (including Design, Material Development, Product Development, and Strategy). You will support the team in identifying potential risks and preparing data to protect launch dates.
• Contribute to Process Improvement: Help identify opportunities to streamline workflows. Your goal will be to support the team in building greater flexibility and agility into our processes.
• Provide Actionable Insights: Assist in creating and maintaining clear, consistent reports and dashboards. You will help track critical deadlines and milestones, providing the team with data to support informed decisions.

• You are excited about sports and/or fashion, about what it takes to innovate, design, and develop new products.
• You are currently completing or have recently completed a degree from a university or equivalent.
• You are tech-savvy and comfortable learning new software; familiarity with Project Management tools is a major plus.
• You have strong professional communication skills, with fluency in English (both written and spoken).
• You are a fast, curious learner with a positive, "can-do" attitude and an open mind.
• You are a natural team player who thrives in a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment.
• You are highly organized and detail-oriented, with a strong ability to manage your time and meet deadlines.

As a key part of the Operational Excellence team, the Product Creation Planning team orchestrates the entire product-to-market calendar. We are responsible for building and managing the critical-path timelines across Footwear, Apparel, and Accessories. Our team acts as the central point, aligning all teams within the Product Organization to ensure a seamless journey from initial design concept to successful market launch.

Just by the banks of the Limmat you'll find our largest global hub in Zürich West – On Labs – where you can hike up 12 floors through our custom-built spiral trail.

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SPECIALIST, APPAREL PRODUCT MANAGER

We're at the heart of the action, helping out different people and teams across R&D and the wider business every day. There's a learning curve, sure, but the variety of projects and topics we cover is unmatched.

On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.

On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.

Build the better you

We want to set everyone up for success, so here's the lowdown on how we hire. Our process is a two-way street – bringing you into our culture, while helping us learn how you think.

Our full process can last about eight weeks from application to offer, because we care about getting it right. These steps explain how we usually do things.

Before you get started, feel free to consider if you want to work with us. Strange question? Well, we give people a lot of space to navigate their day-to-day and that style isn't for everyone. We want you to be passionate about what you do and be sure this is the right fit. Because when skills and passion combine – it creates that 'Wow' moment.