Sporting Fashion & Goods
Intern - Apparel Graphic Design
Pre-career
Zürich, Switzerland
in office
Internship
Job description
About the Role
The internship at On is a six-month programme designed to provide exceptional growth opportunities, immediate impact, and a direct contribution to the company's global expansion. The intern will be fully integrated within a dedicated team and will support the apparel graphic team under the guidance of the Graphic Lead. The role focuses on contributing to graphics for On apparel and accessory products across inline, collaborations, and lightning lines.
Key Responsibilities
- Take direct accountability for assigned operational workflows and sub-projects, driving tasks from initial onboarding through to measurable business impact over the six-month tenure.
- Partner closely with mentors, cross-functional peers, and regional stakeholders across EMEA to align on shared milestones and execute business priorities.
- Assist with daily team operations, streamline routines, and optimise internal documentation to maintain premium execution standards.
- Present project learnings, campaign outcomes, or analytical findings to team leadership using structured storytelling and clear data insights.
- Assist in the design and execution of graphics for various On apparel and accessory products under the guidance of the Graphic Lead, contributing to all apparel lines including inline, collaborations, and lightning.
- Support the preparation of presentations to share and communicate the apparel graphic team's design and creative directions.
- Research and contribute fresh inspiration to the team, highlighting the latest graphic trends and innovative graphic expressions.
- Create templates and enhance the graphic team's design resources, graphic files, and Tech Packs.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Valid work authorisation for Switzerland (or EU/EFTA citizenship).
- Highly self-motivated with a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset; comfortable taking initiative, navigating ambiguity, and driving solutions independently across a six-month commitment.
- Exceptionally organised and detail-oriented, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and follow through on structured processes.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills in English, with confidence to interact, share updates, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders across levels.
- A strong interest and motivation in graphic design for fashion and apparel products.
- Current enrolment in or recent completion of a Bachelor's or Master's degree programme in Graphic Design or a related field.
- A comprehensive portfolio showcasing creative capabilities, technical skills, and professional potential.
- Strong expertise in typography, illustration, and image editing, with high proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (specifically Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign).
Preferred Skills
- Experience integrating artificial intelligence tools into the graphic design workflow is a plus.
Benefits & Perks
- Onboarding voucher and exclusive On product store credits to gear up in the latest apparel, accessories, and footwear.
- Full access to mental wellbeing counselling and coaching via Kyan Health.
- Dedicated internship learning sessions and workshops to supercharge growth.
- Comprehensive accident, disability, and income protection coverage.
- A space to rest, recharge, and thrive holistically.
The Application Process
The internship starts on 1 March and runs for six months. Start date is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Candidates should ensure complete accuracy in their responses, as the talent team values transparency. Candidates may watch a recording of the careerfairy livestream for the previous cohort to hear former interns share their experience and receive application tips from recruiters.
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