Intern - IT Governance, Risk and Compliance

This six-month internship offers the opportunity to launch a career or gain practical experience in a new domain, with immediate impact and direct contribution to On's global expansion. The intern will be fully integrated within a dedicated team environment, working with the Corporate IT & Security team, which fosters continuous learning, mutual trust, and holistic well-being. The role involves taking ownership, challenging the status quo, and building best work while collaborating with mentors, cross-functional peers, and regional stakeholders across EMEA.

• Take direct accountability for assigned operational workflows and sub-projects, driving tasks from initial onboarding through to measurable business impact over the 6-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.
• Support day-to-day security reviews for both new software intake requests and existing vendor reassessments across On's software estate; review vendor documentation (e.g., questionnaires, SOC 2 reports, ISO certifications) and help maintain an accurate, up-to-date vendor risk register.
• Get hands-on with On's cutting-edge AI Software Onboarding prototype; assist with user testing, scenario evaluation, and workflow clarification across IT, Data Privacy, and AI Governance to help shape the future of internal software intake.
• Assist the GRC team in preparing for upcoming security and compliance audits (such as NIST CSF 2.0); collaborate with technical teams to track down, collect, and organise audit-grade evidence and compliance records.

• Available to start on 1 March and commit to the full 6-month programme.
• Valid work authorisation for Switzerland (or EU/EFTA citizenship) for the 6-month duration.
• Highly self-motivated with a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset; comfortable taking initiative, navigating ambiguity, and driving solutions independently across a 6-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; professional English communication skills are required.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related discipline
• Or recently completed a Swiss Federal VET Diploma (EFZ) as an Informatiker/in or Mediamatiker/in and looking for 6 months of corporate experience before starting further studies (Fachhochschule).
• Strong curiosity about information security and modern AI technologies; comfortable navigating everyday digital tools and platforms (e.g., Google Workspace, Gemini, Jira, Confluence); structured, detail-oriented approach to reviewing documentation and testing software workflows.
• Meeting the basic criteria of start date, programme length availability, and work authorisation is essential for consideration.

• High motivation to learn how enterprise software procurement, vendor risk, and AI governance function in a fast-paced global company.

• Onboarding voucher.
• 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.
• A space to rest, recharge, and thrive holistically.