Sporting Fashion & Goods
Intern - Apparel Material Development
Pre-career
Zürich, Switzerland
in office
Internship
Job description
About the Role
This six-month internship offers the opportunity to contribute directly to global expansion while being fully integrated within a dedicated team. The intern supports both the dedicated and onstudio teams, taking ownership of operational workflows, administrative tasks, and archive and filing projects. The team is focused, solutions-oriented, and composed of engineers who steer pinnacle sportswear design ideas into functional reality, working within the design and development organisation on apparel technical development.
Key Responsibilities
- Take direct accountability for assigned operational workflows and sub-projects, driving tasks from initial onboarding through to measurable business impact over the six-month tenure.
- Partner closely with mentors, cross-functional peers, and regional stakeholders across EMEA to align on shared milestones and execute business priorities.
- Assist with daily team operations, streamline routines, and optimise internal documentation to maintain premium execution standards.
- Present project learnings, campaign outcomes, or analytical findings to team leadership using structured storytelling and clear data insights.
- Provide ad hoc administrative support to the dedicated and onstudio teams, including data input and filing.
- Clear previous seasons' research and optimise space and building material archive.
- Build a comprehensive filing system for garments and fabrics to be used in the development process by multiple teams.
- Create and build a seasonal filing system in support of the dedicated and onstudio teams.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Valid work authorization for Switzerland or the EU.
- Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in textiles design or management.
- Highly self-motivated with a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset; comfortable taking initiative, navigating ambiguity, and driving solutions independently across a six-month commitment.
- Exceptionally organised and detail-oriented, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and follow through on structured processes.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills in English, with confidence to interact, share updates, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders across levels.
- Analytical skills in Excel, Word, Outlook, and PLM.
- Good organisational and communication skills.
Preferred Skills
- Fluency in German and/or Italian (optional).
Benefits & Perks
- Onboarding voucher and exclusive On product store credits to gear up in the latest apparel, accessories, and footwear.
- Full access to mental wellbeing counselling and coaching via Kyan Health.
- Dedicated internship learning sessions and workshops to supercharge growth.
- Comprehensive accident, disability, and income protection coverage.
- Support to rest, recharge, and thrive holistically.
The Application Process
The internship starts on 1 March and runs for six months. Due to expected high application volume, candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Meeting the basic criteria is essential for consideration, and candidates are asked to ensure complete accuracy in their responses. A recording of a careerfairy livestream with former interns and recruiter tips is available to help candidates prepare.
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