Corporate Affairs & Communication EMEA Intern

VF Corp.; Kreis Stabio; Remote; EUR 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

50% discount on VF brands

On-site gym

subsidized canteen

Shuttle bus

Inclusion & Belonging program

Job summary

VF Corporation invites ambitious interns to join the EMEA Corporate Affairs & Communications team at the Stabio HQ for a 12-month program, starting Feb 1, 2027. You’ll learn by doing, support executive communications, media relations and internal storytelling across our Vans, The North Face and Timberland brands.

This paid internship offers hands-on projects, a structured learning path, and exposure to cross-functional collaboration in an international environment, with a focus on culture,

Qualifications

• Graduating after 1 Nov 2026 or currently a student as of Feb 1 2027.
• EU/EEA citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of internal communications campaigns and leadership engagements.
• Create content for intranet articles, newsletters, and presentations.
• Assist with media monitoring, trend reporting and analytics.
• Coordinate communications calendars and project plans.
• Help with LinkedIn content and employer branding activities.
• Support logistics for leadership visits and events.
• Create reports and dashboards to measure impact.
• Contribute to special Corporate Affairs projects.

Skills

Corporate communications

Storytelling

Curiosity

Organization

Proactivity

Analytical thinking

English fluency

Job description

Your future starts with a move. Make it with the #VFInternshipProgram at our EMEA HQ in Stabio, Switzerland as Corporate Affairs & Communication EMEA Intern. At VF, shaping futures that move you means learning by doing, contributing to real projects and discovering the impact you can make. So, Make Your Move: bring your curiosity, ask questions and start shaping the next step of your journey.

About VF VF is home to brands such as The North Face®, Vans® and Timberland®: brands that are part of people’s everyday lives. As an intern, you will see how a global, brand-led business works from the inside, contribute to meaningful projects and learn alongside international teams. Learn more at http://vfc.com.

Key information

• Start date: February 1st, 2027
• Duration: 12 months, full-time
• Gross monthly salary: 1’850 CHF
• Location: VF EMEA Headquarters in Stabio, Switzerland
• Streamlined recruitment process: 3 interviews (Recruiter, Hiring Manager, potential Business Case)

Eligibility requirements

• You must be graduating after November 1st, 2026 OR you must have a student status as of February 1st, 2027
• You must hold EU or EEA (European Economic Area) citizenship

Let’s talk about the role!

Ready to learn how corporate communications shapes culture, reputation and business performance? Join our EMEA Corporate Affairs & Communications team and gain hands‑on experience supporting executive communications, media relations, strategic storytelling and internal communications across one of the world's leading apparel, footwear and equipment companies.

Support the EMEA Corporate Affairs & Communications team in delivering impactful internal and external communications initiatives across the region, contributing to projects that strengthen leadership communications, corporate storytelling, employer branding and associates’ engagement.

How you'll make a difference

Get ready to make an impact! Here's what you'll be responsible for joining our team as Corporate Affairs & Communications Intern:

• Support the execution of internal communication campaigns, including town halls, leadership engagements and associate communication initiatives.
• Assist with content creation for intranet articles, newsletters, presentations, executive messages and digital communication channels.
• Support media monitoring, news tracking and reporting activities, helping identify trends relevant to VF, our brands, competitors and the broader industry.
• Coordinate communication calendars and project plans to ensure timely delivery of key initiatives.
• Assist with LinkedIn content creation and community management to boost employer branding, culture and engagement projects, including events, campaigns and storytelling initiatives.
• Support logistics and communications planning for leadership visits, associate events and corporate engagement activities.
• Help create reports, dashboards and presentations that measure and showcase the impact of communication initiatives.
• Contribute to special projects across Corporate Affairs & Communications as required.

Skills that will make you succeed:

• A keen interest in corporate communications, public relations, media, journalism, marketing or related disciplines.
• Strong storytelling skills and the ability to translate complex topics into clear and engaging content.
• Curiosity about business, brands, consumer trends and corporate reputation.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• A proactive mindset with a willingness to learn, take ownership and collaborate across functions.
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail when conducting research, monitoring and reporting activities.
• Fluency in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills; additional European languages are a plus.

What’s in it for you

• How a regional Corporate Affairs & Communications function operates within a global, brand-led organization.
• Best practices in internal communications, executive communications, associate engagement and change communications.
• Media monitoring, reputation management and corporate storytelling methodologies.
• How communications supports business priorities, organizational transformation and culture.
• Cross‑functional stakeholder management and project coordination in an international environment.
• The role of digital tools, data and AI in modern communications and reputation management.
• How to develop communication strategies, create content and measure impact across multiple audiences.

The VF EMEA Internship Program is a 12-month journey designed to develop and empower emerging talents at the start of their careers. We are committed to unleashing your potential, so you can expect a structured learning path and rich hands‑on experience, including:

Learning & Development opportunities

• Dedicated skill‑building workshops & internal consulting group project
• One day of work in‑store gaining real insights about our brands
• Networking opportunities with peers and senior leadership

We cannot grant that the internship will lead you to a contract afterwards, but thanks to the value of the experience most of our interns are staying in the company after the internship period.

Since we want you to focus on what matters, we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical, and financial well‑being.

You will enjoy:

• Hybrid working policy
• 50% discount on VF brands
• On site gym, offering health and well‑being initiatives
• Subsidized canteen, as well as break out areas offering complimentary drinks
• Shuttle bus to the office or discount on public transport, depending on your location
• Free to Be, Inclusion & Belonging

Free to Be, Inclusion & Belonging As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

What move will shape your future?

#MakeYourMove R-20260817-0019

VF Corporation habille les consommateurs partout dans le monde grâce à son portefeuille diversifié de marques emblématiques de style de vie, notamment Vans®, The North Face® et Timberland®. Fondée en 1899, VF est l’une des plus importantes entreprises mondiales de vêtements, de chaussures et d’accessoires. Elle exerce ses activités de façon socialement et écologiquement responsable dans de nombreuses régions du monde, catégories de produits et canaux de distribution. VF s’engage à offrir des produits novateurs aux consommateurs et à créer une valeur durable pour ses clients et ses actionnaires. VF Corporation outfits consumers around the world with its diverse portfolio of iconic lifestyle brands, including Vans®, The North Face®, and Timberland®. Founded in 1899, VF is one of the world's largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies with socially and environmentally responsible operations spanning numerous geographies, product categories, and distribution channels. VF is committed to delivering innovative products to consumers and creating long‑term value for its customers and shareholders. Énoncé de vision de VF en matière de diversité VF s’engage à créer un environnement inclusif qui accueille et valorise les différences parmi tous ses associés, ses clients, ses fournisseurs et les collectivités où nous vivons et exerçons nos activités. Le succès et la croissance continus de VF sont renforcés par des initiatives qui favorisent la diversité à l’échelle mondiale. VF s’engage à offrir l’égalité des chances en matière d’emploi et à traiter ses associés et ses candidats sans discrimination fondée sur la race, la couleur, le sexe, l’âge, l’origine nationale, la religion, l’orientation sexuelle, l’identité ou l’expression de genre, l’état matrimonial, la citoyenneté, un handicap, le statut d’ancien combattant protégé, le statut VIH/sida ou tout autre motif protégé par la loi. VF s’engage à répondre aux divers besoins des personnes en situation de handicap dans des délais raisonnables, conformément aux principes d’autonomie, de dignité, d’intégration et d’égalité des chances. Pour ce faire, VF s’efforcera de cerner, de prévenir et d’éliminer les obstacles à l’accessibilité partout où cela est possible, tout en respectant les exigences en matière d’accessibilité prévues par l’ADA, la LAPHO (AODA) et toute autre réglementation provinciale, étatique ou locale applicable. VF s’engage à assurer l’accessibilité numérique, à se conformer aux Règles pour l’accessibilité des contenus Web (WCAG) 2.1, niveau AA, ainsi qu’aux normes de conception accessible de l’ADA et de la LAPHO (AODA), et à toute autre réglementation applicable. Si vous avez besoin d’une mesure d’adaptation ou si vous avez des questions concernant cet énoncé, veuillez transmettre votre demande à [e-mail] VF Diversity Vision Statement VF is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our associates, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we live and conduct business. The continued success and growth of VF is enhanced through initiatives that promote diversity throughout VF around the world. VF is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, and treating our VF associates and VF applicants without discrimination on the basis of their race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected basis. VF is committed to meeting the diverse needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner that is consistent with the principles of independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity, and will do so by striving to identify, prevent and remove barriers to accessibility wherever possible as well as by meeting the accessibility requirements under the ADA, AODA, and other applicable state, local or provincial regulations. VF is committed to digital accessibility, and to conforming to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA and complying with the ADA and AODA Standards for Accessible Design, and other applicable regulations. If you need an accommodation or have any questions regarding this statement, please send your request to [e-mail].