Intern - Apparel Material Development

On; Zürich; On-site; CHF 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On product store credits

Internship learning sessions

Mental wellbeing support

Job summary

On seeks motivated interns to join a six-month program in Zürich, Switzerland, offering hands-on experience, structured mentorship, and exposure to global expansion projects. The role emphasizes end-to-end project ownership, cross-functional collaboration across EMEA, and process optimization to sustain premium execution standards.

You will contribute to daily team operations, develop filing systems for garments and fabrics, and gain practical experience within a dynamic sportswear design

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently graduated with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in textiles design or management.
• Analytical skills including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PLM.
• Excellent organisational and communication abilities; English fluency, German/Italian optional.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day administrative tasks in support of both dedicated and onstudio teams.
• Clearing and optimising space and building material archives; creating a filing system for garments and fabrics.
• Creating and building a seasonal filing system to support product development across teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in textiles design or management

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

PLM

Job description

Whether you aim to launch your career or gain practical experience in a new domain, interning at On offers exceptional growth opportunities, immediate impact, and a direct contribution to our global expansion. We seek inquisitive minds and energetic individuals ready to drive meaningful change. Our six-month internship programs fully integrate you within a dedicated team environment.

• Program length: 6 months
• Requirements: Valid work authorization for Switzerland or the EU
• Compensation: Fully paid internship position
• Eligibility note: Meeting these basic criteria is essential for consideration. Please ensure complete accuracy in your responses, as our talent team deeply values transparency.

Program Details

• Start date: March 1st
• Program length: 6 months
• Requirements: Valid work authorization for Switzerland or the EU
• Compensation: Fully paid internship position
• Eligibility note: Meeting these basic criteria is essential for consideration. Please ensure complete accuracy in your responses, as our talent team deeply values transparency.

Global Core Expectations

• End-to-End Project Ownership: Take direct accountability for assigned operational workflows and sub-projects, driving tasks from initial onboarding through to measurable business impact over your 6-month tenure.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with mentors, cross-functional peers, and regional stakeholders across EMEA to align on shared milestones and execute business priorities.
• Process Optimization & Standards: Assist with daily team operations, streamline routines, and optimize internal documentation to maintain premium execution standards.
• Strategic Deliverables & Insights: Present project learnings, campaign outcomes, or analytical findings to team leadership using structured storytelling and clear data insights.

Role-Specific Deliverables

• Day to day administrative tasks: In support of both the dedicated and onstudio teams adhoc administrative support which may include data input & filing
• Clearing & optimising space and building material archive: Clearing the previous seasons research. Building a comprehensive filing system for garments and fabrics to be used in the development process by multiple teams.
• Creating a filing system: In support of both dedicated and onstudio teams, creating and building a seasonal filing system.

Your Story

Global Core Qualifications

• Ownership & Growth Mindset: Highly self-motivated with a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset; comfortable taking initiative, navigating ambiguity, and driving solutions independently across a 6-month commitment.
• Structured Execution & Organization: Exceptionally organized and detail-oriented, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and follow through on structured processes.
• Effective Communication & Authentic Connection: Clear verbal and written communication skills in English, with confidence to interact, share updates, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders across levels.

Role-Specific Requirements & Nice-to-Haves

• Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in textiles design or management.
• Analytical skills (Excel, word, Outlook, PLM)
• Optional / Language fluency (English, fluent - German / Italian, optional)
• Good organisational and communication skills

Your Team

We are focused, solutions-oriented, and able to take action upon imminent challenges. We establish and follow processes, but are also continuously confronting the status quo and the industry standard. We are engineers that steer pinnacle sportswear design ideas into functional reality. We are able to convert innovative concepts and prototypes into commercialised products with stringent quality and engineering standards, bringing them into the hands of our discerning, global customer base. Product creation is a mindset, and every team member is empowered to make decisions with the understanding that failure is part of the learning and growth process. As an integrated function in the design and development organisation; we are detail-minded problem solvers; guiding and executing apparel technical development within tight timelines and the highest possible product quality, both on the shelf and in use. Our team fosters an environment where continuous learning, mutual trust, and holistic well-being are championed. We believe in empowering every team member—including our interns—to take ownership, challenge the status quo, and build their best work.

What we offer

Ready to gear up and move with us? You’ll hit the ground running with an onboarding voucher and exclusive On product store credits to gear up in the latest apparel, accessories, and footwear. Because being off is just as important as being on so we cultivate a space where you can rest, recharge and thrive holistically. You will be supported through full access to mental wellbeing counselling and coaching via Kyan Health as well as dedicated internship learning sessions and workshops to supercharge your growth. We also make sure you’re fully protected and supported for the future with comprehensive accident, disability, and income protection coverage. 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.

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