Intern - Communications

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 1st 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).

• Support Global Communications teammates in setting up media events and activations
• Process and track incoming media enquiries and assist Communications teammates with responding to enquiries
• Use media monitoring tools to create media coverage reports
• Manage media subscription renewal process
• Manage and oversee uploads to asset management tools
• Assist team with invoicing and accounting process

• You are keen to learn more about the world of PR and Communications
• You are highly organised with a great eye for detail
• An expert project manager who shows initiative and persistence to complete tasks in a timely manner
• You relish solving problems in a fast-paced environment
• You thrive when you don't have all the answers, you work tirelessly and autonomously in order to turn ideas into reality
• A natural communicator, you're fluent in both German and English

The On Communications team exists to tell powerful stories about On that enhance the brand's reputation. The team is responsible for media relations, financial communications, issues/crisis management, executive communications, athlete and innovation storytelling, and sustainability/impact communications.

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.

Förrlibuckstrasse 190,

8005

Switzerland

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.