Opening Up Roche (OUR) Internship 2025 - Switzerland

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections,  where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

A healthier future. It’s what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. That’s what makes us Roche.

Roche is a global pioneer in pharmaceuticals and diagnostics focused on advancing science to improve people’s lives. The combined strengths of pharmaceuticals and diagnostics and growing capabilities in data-driven medical insights help Roche deliver genuinely personalised healthcare. Roche is working with partners across the healthcare sector to provide the best care for each person.

The Opportunity

This 3-month summer internship will provide career opportunities while removing barriers. You will have the opportunity to explore business areas outside your typical scope of education. We believe that inclusion is key to understanding the varied healthcare needs of people. Together, we embrace individuality and share a passion for exceptional care. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

Roche Pharma Technical Operations (PT): PT is Roche's pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. The departments include Supply Chain to Regulatory Affairs, Finance People, and Culture. The internship will provide the opportunity to learn the basic concepts working a regulated environment and how to navigate working for a multinational company like Roche. Click here to learn more about the different departments and previous projects.

Duration: The positions are full or part-time, and the internship runs from the beginning of July to the end of September 2025. Please note that you must be available for the in-country kick-off at the start of July and final presentations during the week of the 15th of September (in-person or virtually). 

Location: Switzerland, Germany, or the UK. Depending on your proximity to the respective offices, the work format can be in-person, virtual or hybrid. The candidate should have work permits or visas to work in the UK, EU or CH. Travel to Basel is expected, and Roche will support obtaining the required travel permits/visas. 

Qualifications: Currently studying for your bachelor's and Master's degree. 

Skills: We seek students who enjoy teamwork and think outside the box. Team players willing to share their ideas and find solutions to challenges while considering their own and other perspectives. 

Please check out the OUR website for more details and answers to any questions. 

Application Process: 

The OUR was developed for students who may find it difficult to advance through university and into a career due to barriers. This program will provide career opportunities while removing obstacles. The application process is split into three main phases

Phase I: Cover letter & CV 

Our focus in this first stage is to understand why you have applied for this role and what you will bring to the role to ensure team and personal success. As part of your cover letter, Roche is keen to understand how you would bring your unique self to Roche and your motivation in applying for this position. You should try and address the following points:

>> If you had to choose a single example or achievement in your life that shows your unique self and would make you suitable for this role, what would it be and why? 

Your cover letter and CV should be in English, and the Cover letter should not exceed one page. 

Phase II: Video Interview (Expected dates: Week commencing 7th April)

• You will be required to answer a few questions within a short period. This video will be recorded and shared within Roche.

• The questions are designed to establish your unique perspective on how you see the world.

Phase III: Virtual Interview (Expected dates: Week commencing 28th April)

• Two interviewers will converse with you to get to know you better and give you a deeper insight into the program.

• The focus will be on how you could contribute to Roche and the growth opportunities we see for the candidate. 

Please submit all applications by 3rd April. 

Please note that project matching will be either random or based on interests. For more information, visit our FAQs.

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Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let’s build a healthier future, together.

Basel is the headquarters of the Roche Group and one of its most important centres of pharmaceutical research. Over 10,700 employees from over 100 countries come together at our Basel/Kaiseraugst site, which is one of Roche`s largest sites. Read more.

Besides extensive development and training opportunities, we offer flexible working options, 18 weeks of maternity leave and 10 weeks of gender independent partnership leave. Our employees also benefit from multiple services on site such as child-care facilities, medical services, restaurants and cafeterias, as well as various employee events.