PR & Marketing Intern - EMEA Internship Program

Be a dreamer, make the difference! Join #VFInternshipProgram in our EMEA HQ in Stabio, Switzerland as PR & Brand Comms Intern for Timberland.

About VF

VF is redefining what it means to be the world’s best apparel, footwear and equipment company, powering iconic active lifestyle brands including The North Face®, Vans® and Timberland®. Learn more at http://vfc.com .

Key information

Eligibility requirements

• You must be graduating after May 1st, 2026 OR you must have a student status as of June 2026

• You must hold EU or EEA citizenship

Let’s talk about the role!

Are you passionate about storytelling and ready to shape how an iconic brand shows up across EMEA?

We are looking for a PR & Marketing Intern to join TIMBERLAND within VF EMEA Internship Program.

Drive impactful brand visibility by coordinating press materials, managing media interactions, and contributing to best‑in-class storytelling initiatives.

Get ready to make an impact! Here’s what you’ll be responsible for Supporting in Press Relations & Brand communications at EMEA level:

• Daily interaction and exchange with countries Marketing Manager, agencies, TBL & VF internal functions and global team.
• Support in defining structured EMEA seasonal PR roll out plans for the key markets managed by EMEA HQ
• Support in PR activities managed by EMEA HQ (Media partnership, event management, editors’ seedings, activations)
• Manage and deliver Global Press material to markets and wider TBL team (press releases and PR assets in files)
• Develop press material (copywriting and proofing, distribution, ...)
• Brand Calendar management: working with all internal and agencies: keep track of our key global/EMEA/ markets dates and key marketing styles throughout the season.
• Sample management - support the marketing team with seasonal sample orders including tracking of deliveries as well as ad hoc sample requests (photo shooting e.t.c)
• Attend and record notes at the PR team meetings and work cross-functionally to support PR team
• Create several reports and presentations on various product launches and initiatives.
• Maintain and update EMEA master media lists and seeding lists.
• Reporting: performance and KPIs monitoring and deliveries of campaign/ monthly / quarterly reports
• Respond to media requests for samples, information and press releases in a timely manner.
• Work closely with Internal team to create synergies and increase visibility for Timberland (newsletter/ media alert/ …)
• Build and maintain knowledge of competitive PR: Monitor competitor activities and share as required.

What success looks like:

Your skills in continuous improvement, decision making, planning & organizing, and customer focus – combined with your talent for collaboration, communication, and leveraging cultural diversity – will contribute to the team’s success. You are also adaptable in using applied learning; you initiate action and have high work standards. 

How you will make a difference

Skills that will make you succeed:

• You are fluent in English, with strong written communication skills and an instinct for brand storytelling.

• You bring curiosity, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in fast‑paced, international environments.

• You are proactive, well‑organized, and comfortable managing multiple tasks at once.

• You are collaborative, culturally aware, and energized by connecting with people across teams and markets.

• Previous experience through other internships, student projects, or extracurricular activities is considered a plus.

A degree in Communications, Marketing, Fashion, Media or related fields is nice to have; what matters most is your passion and drive.

What’s in it for you

In this role, you will gain hands‑on experience at the intersection of PR, Marketing, and Brand Communication for one of the world’s most iconic outdoor lifestyle brands.

At the end of the Internship period, you can expect to have:

• A deep understanding of how a global PR & Communications function operates in a multi‑market environment

• Experience developing PR materials, managing press interactions, and supporting campaign execution

• Strong skills in storytelling, content development, and cross‑functional coordination

• Practical exposure to media relations, sample management, KPIs tracking, and PR reporting

• A robust professional network across VF’s brands, teams, and markets

The VF EMEA Internship Program is a 12‑month journey designed to develop and empower emerging talents at the start of their careers. We are committed to unleashing your potential, so you can expect a structured learning path and rich hands‑on experience, including:

• Dedicated skill-building workshops & internal consulting group project 
• One day of work in-store gaining real insights about our brands  
• Networking opportunities with peers and senior leadership 

We cannot grant that the internship will lead you to a contract afterwards, but thanks to the value of the experience most of our interns are staying in the company after the internship period. 

Since we want you to focus on what matters, we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical, and financial well-being. You will enjoy: 

• Hybrid working policy 
• 50% discount on VF brands 
• On site gym, offering health and well-being initiatives 
• Subsidized canteen, as well as break out areas offering complimentary drinks 
• Shuttle bus to the office or discount on public transport, depending on your location 
• A thriving interns’ community, with people of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and nationalities who love working together. 

Free to Be, Inclusion & Belonging

As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We celebrate the diversity of our associates and encourage everyone to bring their true selves to work every day.

Are you in? Apply now – early application increases your chances!

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