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Intern - Design Studio Operations
Location: Zurich
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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: September 1st
- 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 (https://www.careerfairy.io/company/On_AG/livestream/eCaoLI8t0mYLqzRYM1eq) 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).
Your Mission
- Maintain and organize the studio, including fabrics, trims, samples, tools, and equipment to ensure easy accessibility
- Support administrative tasks such as scheduling fittings, maintaining documentation, and coordinating across design and production teams
- Assist in preparing for presentations, fittings, and reviews by organizing garments, look boards, and presentation materials
- Help manage sample inventory, including tracking, labeling, and archiving collections
- Support general studio upkeep and logistics to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
- Provide hands-on assistance with ongoing design and production projects when needed
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Your story
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal
- Proactive, hands-on attitude with a willingness to take initiative
- Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced fashion studio environment
- Collaborative and team-oriented mindset with a solution-focused approach
- Interest in fashion design and familiarity with studio processes is a plus
- Comfortable working with digital files, line sheets, and basic asset management systems
A motivated individual with a passion for fashion and an eagerness to learn the operational side of a design studio. This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience while contributing to a creative and fast-moving team.
About the Team
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Intern – Studio Operations to support the daily functioning of our fashion design studio. This role offers hands-on exposure to the inner workings of a creative fashion environment, working closely with design, production, and operations teams.
You will be part of the Apparel Design Team based in Zurich. In close collaboration with Innovation and Product Creation, the team is responsible for the conception and development of all apparel collections.
Apparel Design is embedded in the global Design Studio, which is responsible for all of On’s disruptive product designs. It includes apparel design, accessories design, design direction, footwear design, and innovation design. The designers all closely collaborate with developers, product managers and innovation.
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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.
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.