Intern - IT Governance, Risk and Compliance

On; Zürich; On-site; CHF 20,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onboarding voucher and product store &

Mental wellbeing counseling via Kyan

Accident, disability, and income prote

Job summary

On invites you to join a six-month internship in Zurich designed to accelerate growth and practical experience within a global tech-driven company. You will be embedded in Corporate IT & Security, own end-to-end projects, and collaborate with mentors and regional stakeholders across EMEA.

The program emphasizes real impact, structured delivery, and learning through hands-on security and AI onboarding tasks.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed degree in Cybersecurity, CS, or related field.
• Swiss or EU work authorization for the 6-month duration is required.
• Strong interest in information security and modern AI technologies.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Project Ownership: drive tasks from onboarding to measurable impact over 6 months.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration with mentors and regional stakeholders across EMEA.
• Assist with daily team operations, streamline routines, and document standards.
• Present project learnings and data-driven insights to leadership.
• Support Vendor risk reviews (TPSRM) and review security documentation.
• Test On’s AI Onboarding prototype and aid workflow clarification across IT, Privacy, and AI Governance.
• Assist the GRC team with audits and evidence collection.

Skills

English proficiency

Work authorization Switzerland/EU

Curiosity about information security

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Cybersecurity/Computer Science or related

Swiss EFZ Informatiker/in or Mediamatiker/in (recently completed)

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Google Workspace

Gemini

Job description

In Short

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 Details

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

We recommend watching the recording of our careerfairy livestream for our previous cohort in September 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

• 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.
• Third-Party Security Risk Management (TPSRM): Support day-to-day security reviews for both new software intake requests and existing vendor reassessments across On’s software estate; review vendor documentation (e.g., questionnaires, SOC 2 reports, ISO certifications) and help maintain an accurate, up-to-date vendor risk register.
• AI Software Onboarding Prototype Testing & Process Clarification: Get hands-on with On’s cutting-edge AI Software Onboarding prototype; assist with user testing, scenario evaluation, and workflow clarification across IT, Data Privacy, and AI Governance to help shape the future of internal software intake.
• Audit Readiness & Evidence Coordination: Assist the GRC team in preparing for upcoming security and compliance audits (such as NIST CSF 2.0); collaborate with technical teams to track down, collect, and organize audit-grade evidence and compliance records.

Your Story

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.
• Educational Background: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related discipline; or you have recently completed your Swiss Federal VET Diploma (EFZ) as an Informatiker/in or Mediamatiker/in and are looking for 6 months of corporate experience before starting your further studies (Fachhochschule). (Valid Swiss or EU work authorization is required for the 6-month duration).
• Curiosity, Mindset & Collaboration Tools: Strong curiosity about information security and modern AI technologies; comfortable navigating everyday digital tools and platforms (e.g., Google Workspace, Gemini, Jira, Confluence); a structured, detail-oriented approach to reviewing documentation and testing software workflows.
• Domain Passion & Languages (Nice-to-Have): High motivation to learn how enterprise software procurement, vendor risk, and AI governance function in a fast-paced global company; professional English communication skills are required.

Your Team

The Corporate IT & Security 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

• Onboarding voucher and exclusive On product store credits for apparel, accessories, and footwear.
• Full access to mental wellbeing counseling and coaching via Kyan Health and dedicated internship learning sessions and workshops.
• Comprehensive accident, disability, and income protection coverage.
• Space to rest, recharge and thrive holistically.

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. Start date contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.