Business Operations Intern

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters. The Position The Pharma Technical Operations (PT) involves a range of activities, from Supply Chain to Regulatory Affairs to Finance to People & Culture. Click here to find out the range of departments involved, as well as previous projects worked on. This internship will be in the space of the PTS Pharma Supply Chain and Product Strategy. Included in the internship will be training on the basic concepts of the work done in the respective departments. The interns will also be able to take advantage of Roche resources on subjects such as interviewing, making presentations, time management, and more. For this internship, we are looking into a more specific and focused scope of supply chain management. The Pharma Technical Operations Supply Chain (PTS) is a complex, global network that requires seamless coordination and a highly motivated workforce to deliver medicines to patients worldwide. The PTS Chief of Staff office plays a crucial role in ensuring smooth business operations, driving strategic leadership initiatives, and fostering a highly engaged and informed workforce across this global network. Effective communication and strong employee engagement are critical to aligning our global teams with Roche’s strategic vision and ensuring everyone understands how their work contributes to the bigger picture. The Opportunity You will directly support the Chief of Staff of PTS, helping to execute internal communication strategies, manage global employee engagement initiatives, and optimize day-to-day business operations for the leadership team. Internal Communications: Assist in drafting, editing, and publishing newsletters, intranet articles, leadership messages, and organizational announcements to keep the PTS global community informed and aligned. Engagement & Event Management: Support the planning, coordination, and execution of internal events such as global town halls, leadership offsites, team-building activities, and employee recognition programs. Business Operations Support: Assist the Chief of Staff with preparing executive presentations, managing meeting agendas, and tracking the progress of key strategic deliverables for the PTS leadership team. Content Creation & Design: Develop engaging multimedia content (presentations, graphics, short videos) to help translate complex supply chain and strategic topics into accessible, inspiring messaging for the broader organization. Who You Are You are currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, ideally in Communications, Business Administration, Marketing, Human Resources, Public Relations, or Organizational Psychology. Furthermore, you are: Proficient in Microsoft/Google applications, especially PowerPoint/Slides. Experience with intranet platforms (e.g., Google Sites, SharePoint) or basic graphic design/multimedia tools (e.g., Canva) is a strong plus. Keenly interested in corporate communications, organizational behavior, business strategy, and how leadership teams operate. A highly organized, creative team player with exceptional written and verbal communication skills. You should bring a proactive attitude, strong attention to detail, and the confidence to interact with stakeholders at various levels of leadership. Proficient in English. Additional information Start Date: October 2026 Workload: 100% Duration: Minimum 3 months, up to 6 months Location: on-site It is not possible to write a thesis during the internship. Application process Please submit your application, including a CV and a motivation letter. Include a certificate of enrollment (if you are currently studying) OR a copy of your degree. Recent graduates are eligible to start an internship with us within 12 months of their graduation date. For non-EU/EFTA citizens: Certificate from the university stating that an internship is mandatory (required due to regulations). Ready to take the next step? We'd love to hear from you. Apply now to explore this exciting opportunity! Who we are A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact. Let’s build a healthier future, together. Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it’s urgent to deliver medical solutions right now – even as we develop innovations for the future. We are passionate about transforming patients’ lives. We are courageous in both decision and action. And we believe that good business means a better world. That is why we come to work each day. We commit ourselves to scientific rigor, unassailable ethics, and access to medical innovations for all. We do this today to build a better tomorrow. We are proud of who we are, what we do, and how we do it. We are many, working as one across functions, across companies, and across the world. We are Roche.