Intern -Group Innovation 80-100%, duration 6 months contract

Curious working in a stimulating and challenging environment of a multinational company? We are looking for a talent with a positive can-do attitude who is able to think "out of the box”. Apply for this exciting position in Zurich’s Group Innovation team and support our Next Generation Talent Strategy! 
  
Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Group Innovation, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences, and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together.    
You will be introduced to a broad spectrum of topics while working on several priorities in close collaboration with many team members in a truly international environment. 
  
The role provides a great opportunity to collaborate closely with many experts, while being empowered to bring in and present own ideas. 

What you will do 

• Support the implementation and execution of the one of our global flagship innovation programs that embodies and tangibly demonstrates the purpose and values of Zurich. 
• Help to plan, launch and deliver the next cycle of the program 
• Collaborate with a global team of innovation, tech, strategy and insurance experts 
• Actively participate in innovation Hackathons, Design Thinking Workshops and Innovation Research Projects 
• Participate in training and development workshops that demonstrate new ways of working and inspire colleagues around the world 
• Conduct research on trends and prepare findings in presentations (in Powerpoint or Word) for senior stakeholders 
• Achieve Hands-on experience in operational tasks related to innovation 
• Gain experience in working on global innovation projects focusing on strategy implementation and business development, startup collaborations, ecosystem engagement initiatives.  
• Work closely with colleagues, partners & suppliers to actively drive the assigned projects / workstreams 
• Level up your analytical and project management skills 
• Build out your know how on innovation, digitalization and tech trends impacting the Insurance Industry and surrounding ecosystem 

What you bring 

• Outstanding university degree (Bachelor or Master Degree) in the field of Innovation Management, Business Administration and/or Management, Strategy or similar   
• Gained first experience in working in innovation / strategy / consulting / business development or a start up - working independently and owning initiatives with cross-functional stakeholders from start to finish  
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office (incl. PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams)  
• Fluent in English (German language skills are a plus) 
• Analytical and project management skills 
• A team-oriented and highly motivated talent 
• Strong communicator, able to work in a dynamic and everchanging environment 
• Strong sense for entrepreneurship and making things happen 
• Passionate about innovation, digitalization, tech trends and interested in the world of startups 
• Curiosity in how to better utilise data to craft more optimal user experiences 
• You must be enrolled in University for the duration of the role  
• You must be located in Zurich, Switzerland for the duration of the contract

 
Additional Information  

We look forward to receiving your online application. 
 
Zurich wants to attract the best talent and we acknowledge that talents might not always be available full-time. At Zurich we will consider requests for flexible working. Many of our employees work flexibly in a variety of ways. Please talk to us during the interview about the flexibility you may need.
 

Who we are 

At Zurich, we foster a culture of diversity and inclusion. Our 53,000 employees worldwide live our values to protect you, to inspire confidence and help you reach your full potential. We promote opportunities for equity among our professionals, regardless of gender, differently abled, LGBTQ +, race, ethnicity, generations, belief, etc.  
 
Find out more About Us. 
 
To protect both you and our employees, we might have interviews and onboarding remotely leveraging digital technologies and tools. You will receive more information as you progress in your journey with us.

Detailed information about Next Generation Career Opportunities can be found here.
 
Information for recruitment agencies
 
Zurich does not accept any applications from recruitment agencies for this position. We refuse any responsibility for unsolicited applications as well as any associated fees.

Why Zurich

At Zurich, we like to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. We take an optimistic approach by focusing on the positives and constantly asking What can go right? 

We are an equal opportunity employer who knows that each employee is unique - that’s what makes our team so great! 
Join us as we constantly explore new ways to protect our customers and the planet.
 

• Location(s):  CH - Zürich 
• Remote working: Hybrid
• Schedule: Full Time
• Recruiter name: Christopher Parkinson