Student Internship in Global Diversity Equity & Inclusion - Focus Switzerland (starting May 2024, for 6-12 months)

Roche fosters diversity, equity and inclusion, representing the communities we serve. When dealing with healthcare on a global scale, diversity is an essential ingredient to success. We believe that inclusion is key to understanding people’s varied healthcare needs. Together, we embrace individuality and share a passion for exceptional care. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

About the Chief Diversity Office

The Chief Diversity Office (CDO) sets strategic direction to bring DE&I efforts to life. The CDO designs and implements DE&I initiatives and serves as the consistent driver of all DE&I efforts.  Together we embrace the unique power of each person to transform the lives of patients & society.  At Roche, we work together to create an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and where we can thrive equally; no matter what it is that makes us unique — age, beliefs, ability, how we identify, how we think, where we are from, or the languages we speak. Every day, we contribute to our shared purpose and success by working together and engaging with each other. 

 An internship in the Chief Diversity Office offers you the opportunity to apply your communications knowledge, project management skills and obtain insights into the field of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.   We are looking for someone with excellent project management skills and an understanding of social dynamics in an ever changing world.  During your internship:

• Your focus will be on the DE&I strategy for Switzerland  to advance the global strategic DE&I focus areas Patient, Culture, People & Society

• You will be contributing to or managing projects  enabling the swiss-wide DE&I strategy

• You will be supporting the coordination and administration of projects, through research, writing, and designing messages and materials

• You will have the opportunity to work as a member of a global team and work independently

• You will gather, analyse and review data, identify trends and come up with action plans to drive behaviors in the right direction.

• You will design and develop presentations, communication materials and websites

Who you are 

You’re someone who wants to influence your own development and use your creativity. You are looking for a company where you have the opportunity to pursue your interests across functions and geographies. Working in a multicultural environment inspires you. As a fast learner you actively drive the quality of the requirements. 

Moreover you are 

• Talented coupled with interest for project management & project delivery

• An ambitious student who is currently enrolled (preferably in the area of Social Sciences, Economics or a related field) or in a gap year between degrees 

• Highly interested in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, passionate about collaboration and communication and happy to work in a dynamic environment 

• A person who works systematically and precisely and brings a high level of initiative as well as a dedicated attitude 

• Someone with excellent communication skills(writing and speaking) and enjoy collaborating with teams and stakeholders from various domains 

• A proactive and transparent team worker

• A creative contributor who devises communication strategies with digital skills: Familiarity with information technology, especially digital and video means of communication and advanced in working with Google Suite 

• Proficient in English and German, and any other language  (both spoken and written) 

• Self-starter, open to new topics, commitment, analytic skills and creativity

To be considered, please send us your complete application merged into one PDF including 

• CV

• Motivation Letter (including desired start date) 

• A certificate of enrollment (if you are currently studying)  

For non-EU/EFTA citizens: Certificate from the university stating that an internship is mandatory (required due to regulations) 

At Roche, more than 100,000 people across 100 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we’ve become one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity.

Basel is the headquarters of the Roche Group and one of its most important centres of pharmaceutical research. Over 10,700 employees from over 100 countries come together at our Basel/Kaiseraugst site, which is one of Roche`s largest sites. Read more.

Besides extensive development and training opportunities, we offer flexible working options, 18 weeks of maternity leave and 10 weeks of gender independent partnership leave. Our employees also benefit from multiple services on site such as child-care facilities, medical services, restaurants and cafeterias, as well as various employee events.

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion, and strive to identify and create opportunities that enable all people to bring their unique selves to Roche.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.