Opening Up Roche (OUR) Programme

A unique summer experience where you can unleash your potential and innovate for a healthier future.
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The perfect start to your career at Roche with OUR

You don’t need a background in pharma to reshape the future of healthcare: the OUR Programme seeks fresh perspectives from all fields, requiring nothing more than curiosity and a drive to learn. Unlike traditional internships, you will step outside your academic major and explore the full spectrum of Pharma Technical Operations (PT), including Technical Development, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, Manufacturing, and People & Culture. From day one, you will own business-critical projects that drive real transformation, giving you a rare opportunity to discover where your professional passion truly lies. Throughout this journey, you will have the support of a dedicated mentor providing you with personalized guidance, ensuring you build the skills and confidence needed to launch a meaningful career.

What you need to know

  • This is a summer internship with a duration of 3 months.
  • Open to Bachelor's/Master's students currently studying in Switzerland, Germany, or the UK.
  • Currently studying for your Bachelor's or Master's degree in Switzerland, Germany, or UK
  • A curious team player who thinks outside the box and finds creative solutions
  • Eager to learn and explore how healthcare innovation actually works
  • For international students: confirmation that  you have the right to work in your country and can travel to Switzerland for final presentations in September
  • Onboarding: Initial onboarding takes place locally in the UK and Switzerland  - costs covered by the company
  • Final Presentations: All interns will travel to Basel in September to deliver their final project presentations. - costs covered by the company
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Recruitment process

1. Application Window
Submit your CV and a one-page cover letter. *


March
2. Video Interview 
If shortlisted, you will be invited to a short, automated video interview where you will record your answers to a few questions.
April- June
3. Virtual Interview
Meet virtually with two Roche colleagues to explore the opportunity together and get to know you. 

April - June
4. Start Date
OUR Programme journey begins.



July
*Please note: Applications submitted without a cover letter will be automatically rejected.
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"The Opening Up Roche Internship creates an appreciation of Pharma Technical Operations at Roche, highlighting the variety of technical, developmental and strategic functions and opportunities while fostering creativity in curious talents. It is a highly recommended program which really “Opens up Roche”

Audu
OUR Intern
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