10 months.

Starting from September 1, 2022
to June 30, 2023.

Swissnex in India, Bangalore.

Project coordination (50%)

– Execution and leadership of specific duties related to innovation mandates (as defined per mandate) and support of overall operations of the team.
– Coordinate business delegations, including identification of relevant B2B contacts, managing itinerary, and accompanying delegates on relevant visits.
– Maintain a vibrant entrepreneurs alumni community.

Communication and content (30%)

– Prepare content for Swissnex in India’s startup support activities such as blogs, pitch decks, and other formats.
– Collaborate with the communications team to produce relevant content and insights.
– Manage communication with partners and collaborators.
– Represent Swissnex in external networking events in India.

Knowledge generation (20%)

– Providing India insights to Swiss stakeholders via relevant channels.

– Gain work experience in an international, multi-cultural and highly dynamic environment with English as official working language.
– Exposure to the innovation ecosystem in Switzerland and India.
– Opportunity to work with stakeholders and industry experts in sustainability, health and digital transformation.
– Opportunity to continue as a brand ambassador for Swissnex in India when back in Switzerland, by engaging with Swiss universities, innovation offices and corporates.
– Work with and learn from a dynamic, diverse and welcoming team.
– Development of networking and project management skills.
– Opportunities to lead projects in close collaboration with the team head.
– Monthly stipend of CHF 1’000.

– Applicants must be Swiss citizens or have a valid Permit C.
– The total period of internships (including this one) in the federal government does not exceed 12 months.
– Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (graduated within the last 12 months) or be a current university student studying for a master degree, preferably in business / economics / STEM with business interest.
– Team player with a high sense of responsibility, curiosity, and interest in various topics.
– Excellent communication skills with proficiency in written and spoken English.
– Knowledge of at least one Swiss national language is a major plus.
– Networker with the ability to thrive in an international, multicultural environment.
– Ability to work outside regular office hours when needed (for events and visiting groups).
– Strong enthusiasm for Swissnex’s mission to foster Indo-Swiss relations.

– Digitally literate : Zoom/Microsoft Teams / Google Meet, digital engagement tools like mentimeter, ability to propose and use interactive and engaging forms of digital exchange.
– Proficiency in Microsoft office (Excel, word, powerpoint)/google suite (google sheets/docs/forms).