Program Coordinator & Faculty Assistant Intern

About IMD

The International Institute for Management Development (IMD) has been pioneering leadership development for nearly 80 years. Founded by business for business, we are an independent university institute with Swiss roots and global reach. Operating from Lausanne with strategic hubs in Singapore, Shenzhen, and Cape Town, IMD works with 19,000+ executives from 120+ countries annually. Our 145,000+ alumni form a powerful global network. Consistently ranked among the world's top business schools, IMD bridges cutting-edge research with real-world application to help leaders solve problems, scale solutions, and drive impact. Real Learning for Real Impact.

To reinforce our team, we are looking for a

Program Coordinator & Faculty Assistant Intern (100%) / February, 1 2026 - July, 31 2026

The Job's Mission

Program Coordinator & Faculty Assistant (PC&FA) are the ambassadors for IMD and an important element with regards to the client experience. They are the first point of contact for IMD participants and contribute highly to the success of IMD and the client experience. The PC&FA Trainee will be supporting the PC&FA department.

Key activities & accountabilities

• Support the organization of the executive development programs with high-level service and world-class standards
• Support the coordination of the production of the daily program schedule and teaching material with Faculty members and other internal departments (marketing, print-shop, restaurant, etc.)
• Handle administrative tasks, follow-up with different departments, and ensure program logistics such as organising special events, meetings and support to guest speakers
• Support the creation of Learning Portals as pre-program information for participants from around the world to prepare for their arrival
• Provide support to participants during the whole length of the program from one day to several weeks
• Carry out general secretarial and other duties as required
• Support the preparation with the teaching material and help for document or database research

Formula for success

Education

Currently enrolled in studies (BA in progress, in Hospitality management, Tourism or Marketing)

Ideal Profile

How to apply

If you have the above skills and would like to work in our stimulating environment, please send your complete application file (letter of motivation and resume in English, copies of your work certificates and diplomas).

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability (such as dyslexia, sight and / or hearing disabilities, etc) and you need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for this position, please specify it in your application.

A valid Swiss work permit or Swiss or EU-25EFTA citizenship is required for this position.