Digital Consulting Intern – 6 months

1002 Zühlke Engineering AG; Schlieren; Hybrid; CHF 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work from home

Profit share

Global community

Development opportunities

Job summary

Zühlke Engineering AG in Switzerland invites you to join as a Digital Consulting Intern for a six-month period. You will gain hands-on experience across digital consulting topics, from strategy development to design and launch of digital products and services, supporting research, analysis, and client workshops.

We value candidates currently enrolled in or who recently completed a BSc or MSc in Business, Innovation, Economics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields, with practical

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a BSc or MSc in Business, Innovation, Economics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Gained initial practical experience (e.g. internships).
• Familiar with AI tools and Large Language Models (LLMs) and their practical use.
• Strong interest in technology, innovation and consulting.
• Fluent in German with good command of English.

Responsibilities

• Work as a fully integrated member of our consulting teams on client engagements.
• Support consultants in developing hypotheses, analyses, and client presentations.
• Assist in preparation and facilitation of client workshops.
• Contribute to development of consulting offerings (transformation, organisational consulting, operating model design, enterprise architecture).
• Support initiatives such as customer surveys, studies and thought leadership content.

Skills

Fluent German

Good English

Education

BSc or MSc in related field

Job description

Founded in Switzerland in 1968, Zühlke is owned by its partners and located across Europe and Asia. We are a global transformation partner, with engineering and innovation in our DNA. We're trusted to help clients envision and build their businesses for the future – to run smarter today while adapting for tomorrow’s markets, customers, and communities. Our multidisciplinary teams specialise in tech strategy and business innovation, digital solutions and applications, and device and systems engineering. We excel in complex, regulated spaces including health and finance, connecting strategy, tech implementation, and operational services to help clients become more effective, resilient businesses. If you share our values and want to do the best work, for the right reasons, we can offer you the chance to do it on a global scale and play a real role in shaping our exciting journey.

Important: To ensure a smooth review process, please submit all application documents (CV, cover letter) in English only.

The role As a Digital Consulting Intern at Zühlke, you will be an integral part of our consulting teams and contribute directly to client engagements. Over a period of 6 months, you will gain hands‑on experience across a variety of digital consulting topics, from strategy development to the design and launch of digital products and services. You will typically support our teams through research, analysis, and hypothesis‑driven work, while developing a strong understanding of consulting methodologies and real client environments.

How you’ll make an impact

• Work as a fully integrated member of our consulting teams on client engagements
• Support consultants in developing hypotheses, performing analyses, and preparing client presentations
• Assist in the preparation and facilitation of client workshops
• Contribute to the development of our consulting offerings (e.g. transformation consulting, organisational consulting, operating model design, enterprise architecture management)
• Support initiatives such as customer surveys, studies, and the creation of thought leadership content (e.g. white papers, op-eds)
• Help prepare commercial proposals and support client relationship management activities

What’s important to us

• You are currently enrolled in or have recently completed a BSc or MSc in Business, Innovation, Economics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• You have gained initial practical experience (e.g. through internships) and are familiar with innovation frameworks and modern ways of working
• You have a good understanding of AI tools and Large Language Models (LLMs), including their practical application and limitations
• You bring a strong interest in technology, innovation and consulting
• You have a structured, analytical mindset and strong communication skills
• You are fluent in German and have a good command of English

What we offer

• Work life blend: we offer a safe & healthy workplace, with flexible working hours and the possibility to work from home
• Profit share scheme: In addition to your annual salary, you may receive a profit share defined by the company’s success in the previous year
• Global and Diverse Zühlke community: witness how colleagues from all our 16 offices across the globe come together to create a unique, positive and inclusive work culture, learning from one another at annual team camps, and celebrating year-end parties and other local festivities.
• Committed to development: we are committed to the growth of our people and are investing in your development. We’re empowering you to build the skills you need to make a positive impact, both personally and for our clients, today and in the future. To dive deeper into local benefits of working in Zühlke follow the link.

We welcome people from all backgrounds, regardless of their gender, personality, national origin, race, religion, colour, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability or veteran status.

What we do: we deliver real impact, quickly

Technology is at the heart of what we do, and your expertise is how we deliver real impact, quickly.

What you’ll do: you’re constantly learning and growing

Our breadth of capabilities means you’ll have an outstanding network of people to call on to help you achieve more.

How we work: we trust in you

You’ll be respected for the work you’re doing, and trusted to work independently.

What we believe in: we can make the world better

We believe that technology can make a positive difference to society, and you’ll be proud of the kind of projects we make possible.

Where we’re going: you can shape our future

Zühlke is at a scale where your expertise can be recognized and valued, and you’ll be able to have a significant impact on how we work.

Take a look at our life at Zühlke page to learn more about our culture and what it's like to work at Zühlke.

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