People and Workplace Intern

306 Health & Home Europe SARL (CH); Bussigny; On-site; CHF 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mobility allowance

Swibeco

Modern office

Lunch and Learns

Christmas/New Year closure

Job summary

Helen of Troy is offering a 6-month People & Workplace Internship in Bussigny, Switzerland. You will gain exposure to HR, events, and facilities management while supporting office operations across Europe.

The role is on-site daily with some travel, and involves practical, hands-on responsibilities from day one. The position requires fluent English and proficient French, strong MS Office skills, and a proactive, collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Proficient in French, both written and spoken.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to work on-site at Bussigny daily.
• Willingness to travel within Europe occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Office Administration & Workplace Experience: Welcome visitors and support reception in Swiss offices.
• Coordinate incoming mail, deliveries, and day-to-day office requests.
• Maintain a professional, organized and welcoming office environment.
• Support facilities and workplace projects across Europe, Middle East and Africa.
• Assist with office supplier coordination and vendor management.
• Assist with invoice processing and administration in Oracle.
• Events & Employee Experience: Help plan and run Sales Meetings across units.
• Research venues, hotels, transport, and activities for events.
• Support company meetings, leadership visits, and employee events.
• Contribute to the London office launch and related activities.

Skills

Fluent English

Proficient French

Job description

People & Workplace Internship – 6 months contract

Join our team at Helen of Troy and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands: OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon, and Olive & June. Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere, every day. Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere, in your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent!

Position: People & Workplace Internship

Department: HR / Facilities

Work Location: Bussigny, Switzerland, 5 days per week on-site – some travel may be required

Work Type: Full Time – Temporary 6 months contract

What You’ll Experience

• Taking on real responsibility from day one
• Gaining exposure to HR, events, workplace operations, and facilities management
• Contributing to the launch of our new London office
• Collaborating with colleagues across Europe and internationally
• Helping to organise engaging events and meaningful employee initiatives
• Learning how a regional organisation operates behind the scenes
• Building practical experience that goes beyond a traditional administrative internship

Key Responsibilities

• Office Administration & Workplace Experience Welcoming visitors and supporting reception activities across our Swiss offices.
• Coordinating incoming mail, deliveries, and day-to-day office requests.
• Helping to ensure our offices remain professional, organised, and welcoming environments.
• Supporting facilities and workplace-related projects across EMEA locations.
• Assisting with office supplier and vendor coordination.
• Supporting office invoice processing and administration through Oracle.
• Events & Employee Experience Assisting with the planning and execution of Sales Meetings across multiple business units.
• Researching and coordinating event venues, hotels, transportation, and activities.
• Supporting company meetings, leadership visits, and employee events.
• Helping to organise our annual Charity Sale and other employee engagement initiatives.
• Coordinating event logistics before, during, and after events.
• London Office Launch Supporting administrative and operational activities related to the opening of our new London office.
• Assisting with supplier coordination, office setup, and workplace readiness activities.
• Contributing to one of the company's most exciting workplace projects.
• HR & Team Support Supporting a variety of HR and administrative initiatives across the business.
• Assisting with data entry, coordination activities, and project work.
• Collaborating with HR, Finance, IT, and other teams across Europe.

What We’re Looking For

You enjoy making things happen, and are practical, proactive, and willing to roll up your sleeves when needed. Whether you're preparing meeting rooms, setting up events, coordinating deliveries, supporting workplace projects, or helping with day-to-day office operations, you're happy to step in wherever support is needed.

• Service-oriented and committed to delivering a great employee and visitor experience
• Organised and detail-oriented
• Resourceful, proactive, and solution-focused
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Curious, adaptable, and eager to learn
• Positive, reliable, and collaborative
• Able to thrive in an environment where priorities can change quickly

Experience, Skills and Qualifications required

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken
• Proficient in French, both written and spoken
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Ability to work on-site at our Bussigny office on a daily basis
• Ability to travel occasionally within Europe, primarily to the UK

Nice to Have

• Previous internship, part-time work, volunteer, or administrative experience
• Interest in HR, events, facilities, hospitality, or office management
• Experience in a customer-facing or service-oriented environment

Benefits and Compensation

• Competitive compensation package CHF 30,000 p.a.
• Mobility allowance
• Swibeco
• Modern office with collaborative workspaces
• Lunch and Learns
• Company closure between Christmas and New Year’s

The chance to work in an international, diverse, and inclusive environment!

We are proudly powered by our exceptional people, who feel and act like passionate owners. Every day, their experience and skills build superb businesses and create best-in-class capabilities in every corner of our company. We cultivate careers and celebrate our shared success as we create long-term sustainable value together. With over 50 years of experience, we are just getting started. We elevate lives. We soar together. We are Helen of Troy.

We are Helen of Troy welcomes people as diverse as our brands! Have the confidence to come as who you are because your point of view, skills, and experience will make us stronger. If you're eager to share new ideas and try new things, we want to hear from you.

Founded in 1968, Helen of Troy is a leading global consumer products company with operations across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. Our portfolio includes trusted brands such as OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon, and Olive & June – many of which rank among the top brands in their consumer goods categories. We grow and strengthen our brands through innovation, operational excellence, and a collaborative culture focused on delivering exceptional products and experiences for consumers worldwide.