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Intern - LightSpray Production

Location: Zurich

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Innovation

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 one 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 six months and you will be fully embedded in a team.

Start date: September 1st
Duration: six 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://agora-cf-cloud-recordings.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/livestreams/5OdzwcwgV3l6rGfcJCZ5/2e6c0b4e51486dd2cf595f9bde0b257c_5OdzwcwgV3l6rGfcJCZ5_0.mp4) 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

Global Data Cockpit Support: Assist in managing and maintaining the global data cockpit to ensure accurate real-time reporting and data integrity across the production line.
SOP Development: Collaborate closely with production team and industrialization team to draft and refine Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for our innovative manufacturing processes.
Shipment & Logistics: Provide operational support for the shipment of commercial models, ensuring that our high-performance products reach their destination on schedule.
Process Implementation: Support the rollout of new production workflows designed to scale the revolutionary LightSprayTM manufacturing method.
Process Improvement: Actively contribute to identifying bottlenecks and implementing improvements to optimize efficiency and sustainability within the production cycle.

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Your story

Technical Interest: You have a background in Engineering as well as a first successful experience in a production environment and a passion for how things are built and problem solving.
Analytical Growth Mindset: You possess a strong desire to learn how to translate engineering theory into the practical, fast-paced reality of a revolutionary production environment.
Hands-on Problem Solver: You are motivated by technical challenges and enjoy getting "under the hood" to find creative, practical solutions for optimizing new manufacturing methods.
Process & Data Oriented: You have an eye for detail and enjoy using your technical logic to improve data accuracy in our cockpit or refine Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Team Player: You enjoy working with others and are happy to help out wherever the team needs you most.

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About the Team

The mission of On’s LightSprayTM technology is to revolutionize high-performance footwear by drastically reducing manufacturing waste, cutting $CO_{2}$ emissions by 75%, and creating an ultra-light, seamless shoe upper in just three minutes. Our team is responsible for ensuring the timely production of commercial models using this absolutely new manufacturing method, which requires us to constantly find exciting solutions to unique challenges. We are looking for a proactive person who loves to be hands-on and wants to help shape the future of sustainable production.

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Dina

Footwear Testing Lead

We touch every product that's being made because we bring the connection to the human being. So while everyone's excited about products, materials and colors, we go and say, “okay, so what does this actually do for the human?”

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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.