Internship in Security and Risk Management 80 - 100%

05 March 2026
80 – 100%
Zürich

Job summary

Join JuWe in Zurich for an impactful internship in security! Contribute to meaningful projects in a supportive work environment.

Tasks

Enhance security standards through active participation and analysis.
Develop future-oriented concepts and processes in risk management.
Facilitate meetings and collaborate with diverse stakeholders effectively.

Skills

Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant fields like social sciences.
Strong analytical and organizational skills essential for success.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities to foster collaboration.

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About the job

Internship in Security and Risk Management 80 - 100%

Shaping the future, minimizing risks

Correctional Services and Reintegration (JuWe) is part of the Directorate of Justice and the Interior of the Canton of Zurich and is responsible for penal and measure enforcement as well as the implementation of various types of detention. For our 1,400 employees from around 40 professions, the successful social reintegration of offenders, the prevention of recidivism, and the detention and preparation of the departure of persons without a valid residence permit are of particular importance.

The Security Department plays an important cross-sectional role and is attached to the Finance, Controlling & Logistics division.

We are looking for a reliable, empathetic, and team-oriented individual to start immediately, who is ready to contribute creatively to ongoing projects and the further development in the field of security. The internship is limited to twelve months.

Your tasks…
- Active participation in the continuous improvement of security standards at the office level
- Conducting thorough analyses as well as developing and writing forward-looking concepts and processes in the security environment
- Preparation, execution, and follow-up of meetings, workshops, interviews
- Identifying, assessing, and managing risks to ensure lasting security
- Proactive exchange and targeted communication with internal and external stakeholders to promote effective collaboration

Your profile…
- Completed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (from a university or university of applied sciences) in psychology, social sciences (e.g., political science, international relations, history, law, economics), natural sciences, or computer science (among others)
- Interest in security and risk management – initial knowledge is an advantage
- Quick comprehension and strong organizational skills
- Strong analytical and conceptual abilities as well as confident writing skills
- Initiative and independent working style with a solution-oriented outlook
- Enjoyment of communication and teamwork, especially in dealing with various stakeholders
- High resilience even in challenging situations

What you get from us…
- We offer you an exciting and versatile position in an extraordinary working environment
- You have the opportunity to use our attractive internal training offers
- Employment conditions are based on cantonal guidelines
- Your future workplace is centrally located at Altstetten train station

Your application
Take the next step in your professional career with us and send us your application via our online tool. We look forward to receiving your dossier!

Do you have any questions about the position? Pascal Meier, Security Intern, is happy to assist you at pascal.andrea.meier@ji.zh.ch.
Questions about the application process can be answered by the Recruitment & Assessment team at 043 258 35 83.

JuWe uses an online assessment as part of the application process. More information about our recruitment process and employment at JuWe can be found at Working at JuWe | Canton of Zurich (zh.ch).