Intern Cooperation and Programme Karl der Grosse (m/f/d)
- 30 September 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Internship
- German (Fluent)
- Zürich
About the job
Internship
Social Services
For the Debating House Karl der Grosse, we are looking for a motivated individual from 1 January 2027 or by arrangement for a fixed term of 12 months.
Tasks
- Planning and coordination of formats on various socio-political topics as part of the events team
- Research on current topics, development of programme ideas as well as participation in booking speakers and guests
- Support of cooperation partners as well as assistance in planning, implementing and further developing their events
- Support of those responsible for cooperation and programme with administrative tasks as well as taking responsibility for sub-projects
- Host at evening events and ensuring smooth running and the well-being of guests
- Participation in the implementation of digital and analogue communication measures as well as editorial work as an interface to the communications team
Profile
- Professional or university degree in social, political or cultural sciences, cultural management or a comparable field (e.g. political science, social work, popular cultures, trends & identity) – or in training for this
- Sense for political, social and (socio-)cultural trends and discourses as well as interest in networking within the Zurich scene
- Service-oriented, independent and structured way of working
- Very good German skills in spoken and written form (approx. C1)
- Willingness to work evening shifts, which we plan well in advance
- Interest and curiosity in dealing with new and social media
We offer
Varied activity with room for your own ideas, responsibility and learning as well as the opportunity to actively shape and try out new things
Committed team, open and transparent communication as well as a working environment based on trust and collaboration
Comprehensive insight into the programme work of a municipal socio-cultural house and the opportunity to expand your own network
Based on the equality plan of the City of Zurich, we at the Debating House Karl der Grosse are committed to a working culture in which all people are treated equally regardless of gender, origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or other personal characteristics and receive the same opportunities.
Inclusion and diversity are important to us. Therefore, we especially encourage people from socially underrepresented groups to apply, for example those with visible and invisible disabilities, people with experiences of racism or migration, as well as people with different life realities and backgrounds.
We welcome diverse perspectives and skills and naturally consider all qualified applications.
About us
With around 2400 employees, the Social Department of the City of Zurich works daily for a social Zurich. We support children, young people and adults in different life situations. In doing so, we make an important contribution to social cohesion and a high quality of life in the neighbourhoods.
The Debating House Karl der Grosse is organisationally part of the Social Services of the City of Zurich and has established itself as a municipal socio-cultural meeting place for the public.
Interested?
Then we look forward to receiving your complete application documents including a letter of motivation via the application link. Applications by post or e-mail cannot be considered.
Viola Schwarz, Head of Cooperation and Programme Debating House Karl der Grosse, will be happy to answer your questions about the position at +41 44 415 68 67. For information about the application process, please contact Tamara Radevi?, Young Talents Specialist, at +41 44 412 73 95.
Become part of the Social Department and help advance Zurich!
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