Traineeship (100%)

Zürich

Key information

Publication date:09 October 2025
Workload:100%
Contract type:Unlimited employment
Place of work:Zürich

Job summary

Join Diogenes Verlag, Europe's largest independent fiction publisher. This is a fantastic chance to dive into the vibrant world of literature and media.

Tasks

Manage the address database and create press releases.
Conduct media monitoring and handle independent projects.
Collaborate with colleagues on press initiatives and author relations.

Skills

Relevant degree and prior experience in press or publishing.
Strong communication skills and team spirit are essential.
Proficiency in digital tools and a passion for literature.

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Diogenes Verlag is the largest independent fiction publisher in Europe and publishes literature, non-fiction, art, and children's books.
In the Press and Public Relations department, we offer from February 1, 2026, for the duration of one year a
traineeship (100%)
Your field of activity includes all essential areas of press and
public relations and ranges from maintaining the address database,
creating press releases and media monitoring to
taking on independent projects and title management. You will work hand in hand with experienced press colleagues in planning and implementing press measures and maintain contact with media and authors.
After completing studies in relevant fields, you already have practical experience in press and public relations or in publishing.
You are familiar with the German-speaking media landscape and love
books. Good English skills as well as confident handling of the digital
work environment are required. In addition, you have a high level of communication and teamwork skills, enthusiasm for our literature program, a structured working style, commitment, and initiative.
We offer a varied and broad range of tasks and practical training in a collegial and committed
team, in an internationally active, lively company in a central
location in Zurich.
Do you feel addressed?
We look forward to receiving your digital application at bewerbungen@diogenes.ch stating the subject: Traineeship Press.
Diogenes Verlag AG, Cathrine Pacla-Schönert, Sprecherstrasse 8, 8032 Zurich / Switzerland