In short

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: 1 March 2025
  • 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.

Your Mission

  • Support the Legal Team on day-to-day contract reviews, such as non-disclosure agreements and data protection agreements.
  • Support Legal Team with multijurisdictional legal research.
  • Help the Legal Team with legal workshops.
  • Provide support for compliance programs, including On’s third-party risk management process.
  • Manage company policies that are owned by the Legal Team, including working with the design team, preparing internal communications and uploading policies to the intranet.
  • Help to optimize and maintain Legal Team electronic files and records.
  • Help coordinate team meetings, offsites and take meeting minutes.
  • Provide executive support to the General Counsel and other senior team members.
  • Support the Legal Team in various other internal and external projects.
  • Support the Head of Intellectual Property by managing our anticounterfeit case database.
  • Stay updated with the latest developments, industry trends, and best practices. - Your commitment to ongoing learning and professional development in the ever-evolving field of legal operations is crucial.
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  • Two women smiling at each other in a meeting room with large curved windows
  • A group of people sat around a table looking at large design papers
  • 3 men sat around with laptops smiling at each other
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  • Man and woman sat at desks talking
  • Open planned office with men and women sat on a a large curved sofa
  • Group of runners talking outside the office
  • A team of people sat on the steps with a view of mountains outside the office.
  • Two women smiling at each other in a meeting room with large curved windows
  • A group of people sat around a table looking at large design papers
  • 3 men sat around with laptops smiling at each other
  • a large group of runners holding an On flag smiling at the camera
  • Man and woman sat at desks talking
  • Open planned office with men and women sat on a a large curved sofa
  • Group of runners talking outside the office
  • A team of people sat on the steps with a view of mountains outside the office.
  • Two women smiling at each other in a meeting room with large curved windows
  • A group of people sat around a table looking at large design papers
  • 3 men sat around with laptops smiling at each other
  • a large group of runners holding an On flag smiling at the camera

Your story

  • Master’s degree in Law is a must have.
  • Fluent in English and fluency in German is a strong advantage.
  • Strong Focus on Accuracy: Demonstrates a meticulous approach to legal research and document review, ensuring that no important details are overlooked.
  • High level of professionalism and discretion.
  • Proven track record as an excellent collaborator.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent technology skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address complex business challenges.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
  • Innovative mindset with a passion for trying new things and improving the way the Legal Team works.
  • Commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with the latest developments in your focus area.
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About the Team

Being part of the Legal Team at On means being an entrepreneurial minded self-starter, with exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, an understanding of overarching team and company goals, who likes teamwork and is not afraid of venturing into unknown territory and working autonomously with a high degree of proactiveness.

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Team

Team

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Because we work so closely with so many other teams, we’re invested in every one – and the community we share. Legal is a place where we can really make a positive impact. And it all happens through teamwork.

Learn about our Spirits
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Sara

Legal Counsel, Zurich

We are always rooting for each other. When celebrating our successes, we make sure to spend some extra time with one another outside the offices, whether it be for a run, a workout session or after work drinks.
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What we offer

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

What to expect

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.