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Intern - Merchandising, EMEA

Locations: London, 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: 1st September 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 (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!

Your Mission

  • Support the EMEA product strategy and build future forecasts.
  • Collaborate with category sales leads and product team to build product range plans.
  • Work cross-functionally with our Direct retail teams to ensure assortment plans are consistent between our retailer partners and our own channels.
  • Lead research projects and translate market insights from the markets into overall regional product needs.
  • You will learn to define competitor set for On competitors to help guide Sales team.
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    Your story

    • You’re curious about Commercial Strategy and Merchandising and have a passion for sports, fashion, or On’s mission.
    • You enjoy working with data. Previous experience with data reporting tools (e.g. Excel) is a big plus and you should be eager to develop data analysis skills.
    • You have good presentation skills and don’t shy away from sharing your ideas and enjoy presenting to others.
    • You are comfortable using tools like Word, PowerPoint/Google Slides.
    • You’re skilled at connecting the dots, managing multiple projects, and collaborating with people.
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    About the Team

    We are the Commercial Strategy Team team at On. Our mission? Developing and implementing strategies that drive business growth, enhance market presence, and maximize profitability.

    You will join a close-knit EMEA Merchandising team where you will develop skills and have an impact to balance crucial factors such as sustainability, innovation, technical excellence and consumer needs and trends to ensure everything that leaves the On Product Lab delivers the wow to our On communities around the globe.

    With one foot in the present and one in the future, we’re building the On community of today and tomorrow.

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    Hyeyoung

    Head of Strategic Product Initiatives

    The way we solve problems is very unique and that brings a very unique energy into it. It motivates me everyday, waking up with this excitement that's quite unusual.
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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.