Brand Retail Intern

Philip Morris International; Vaud; On-site; CHF 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Philip Morris International in Switzerland seeks an Intern to join the Brand Retail Premium Channels team. You will support activations, local partnerships and traffic-generation initiatives to enhance consumer experiences and drive boutique footfall.

You will work with boutique teams, agencies and cross-functional stakeholders on the Business Referral pilot, coordinate plans, monitor progress and help improve partner and customer journeys while gaining hands-on experience in a multinational,

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Marketing, Business Management, Retail Management, Project Management, Data Analytics or a related field.
• Fluent in English; French and/or German is an advantage.
• Willing to travel within Switzerland.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of activations.
• Coordinate activities related to the Business Referral pilot.
• Help optimize partner, consumer and boutique journeys.
• Maintain project plans, timelines and documentation.
• Coordinate stakeholder inputs and approvals.
• Liaise with agencies and suppliers.
• Monitor performance and prepare reports.
• Gather feedback and support continuous improvement.
• Conduct benchmarking and identify best practices.
• Visit Brand Retail locations and support activations when needed.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

English fluency

Strong communication

Travel within Switzerland

Education

Bachelor's or Master's candidate in Marketing/Business/Retail

Job description

Be a part of a revolutionary change

Times are changing at PMI. We've chosen to do something big. The world expects us to act responsibly. And we are doing just that by transforming our business and building our future on one clear purpose - to deliver a smoke-free future.

Times are changing at PMI. We've chosen to do something big. The world expects us to act responsibly. And we are doing just that by transforming our business and building our future on one clear purpose - to deliver a smoke-free future.

This transformation will revolutionize every area of our business. The products we sell. Where we sell them. How they're manufactured and delivered. The way we talk to our customers and engage with society.

It's the perfect place to start your career. As you take your first steps, you'll have the backing of a multinational business combined with the freedom of a start-up. You'll bring a positive mindset and fresh perspective to projects that can make a huge difference to so many.

About The Team

As an Intern, you will join the Brand Retail Premium Channels team of Philip Morris' Swiss affiliate. The team manages Boutiques and Mall Islands as premium experiential environments that enhance consumer experiences and drive quality conversion.

Working with boutique teams, agencies and cross-functional stakeholders, you will support activations, local partnerships and traffic-generation initiatives. A key focus will be the Business Referral project, connecting boutiques with nearby local businesses.

Who We're Looking For

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Marketing, Business Management, Retail Management, Project Management, Data Analytics or a related field
• Available from February 2027 to August 2027
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills
• Good knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
• Comfortable working with multiple stakeholders
• Proactive, detail-oriented and customer-focused
• Strong communication skills
• Fluent in English; French and/or German is an advantage
• Willing to travel within Switzerland

Roles & Objectives

You Will Support Brand Retail Activations And The Business Referral Pilot, Helping Increase Boutique Traffic And Enhance Consumer Experiences. As An Intern, You Will

• Support the planning and execution of activations
• Coordinate activities related to the Business Referral pilot
• Help optimize partner, consumer and boutique journeys
• Maintain project plans, timelines and documentation
• Coordinate stakeholder inputs and approvals
• Liaise with agencies and suppliers
• Monitor performance and prepare reports
• Gather feedback and support continuous improvement
• Conduct benchmarking and identify best practices
• Visit Brand Retail locations and support activations when needed

What We Offer

Our success depends on our talented employees who come to work here every single day with a sense of purpose and an appetite for progress. Join PMI and you too can:

• Seize the freedom to shape your future and ours. We'll empower you to take risks, experiment and explore.
• Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture, where everyone's contribution is respected; collaborate with some of the world's best people and feel like you belong.
• Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business - our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress.
• Take pride in delivering our promise to society: to deliver a smoke-free future.

PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.