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Intern - Brand Communication, Sneaker

Location: Zurich

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Marketing

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

Identify the next generation of creators, crews, cultural tastemakers to elevate On's presence in both performance and sneaker culture
Monitor and report on local youth culture, community shifts, and competitive signals to keep the brand ahead of the curve
Help launch regional and global campaigns through strategic storytelling, product seeding and events
Collaborate on liaison with sub-regional agencies, providing the assets and strategic guidance needed to localise global narratives
Facilitate the creation of culturally relevant content and support on brand initiatives that drive earned media and community engagement

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Your story

Current student or recent graduate in Marketing, Communications or a related field (prior internship experience in brand/PR is a plus)
Deep, authentic connection to sports and/or sneaker community. You know who's who and what's next
Fluent in English (internal language and team peers), skills in French, Spanish or Italian is a plus
A self-starting, hands-on mindset. You are organized enough to manage your own projects and social enough to excite our partners
A true team player who is solution-oriented and thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments.

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About the Team

We are On’s South Europe Marketing Team, united by a clear mission: to amplify On’s brand, ignite brand love and build deep, lasting connections with our fans and communities in South Europe (France, Italy, Spain).

In this role, you'll sit at the intersection of two dynamic forces: the Brand Comms South Team, a forward-thinking group that shapes the overarching brand narrative and creative frameworks across the sub-region and the Brand Activation South Team, your peers supporting our wholesale partners and delivering B2B activation

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Ann

Senior Director of Brand Studio

I think something that unites people here is the pace and the drive. The ambition is quite high in everything we do and when you bring these people together, you see the outcome can be multiplied. It's super impressive to see what happens when you put these creative teams together who really help each other grow.

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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.