Product Creation Academy 2025

This is your chance to kickstart your career in the sportswear industry!

Become part of On’s unique rotational development program – the Product Creation Academy. This 2 year journey is designed to develop you into a true functional expert with the potential to grow in our dynamic organization. You will have the opportunity to gain a holistic understanding of the product creation process by rotating through 4 different teams (i.e. Product Strategy, Product Creation, Costing & Sourcing, Product Operations or Innovation). But that’s not all! One of your rotations will take you to vibrant Vietnam, where you will learn first-hand what it takes to bring our products to life. To top it off, you’ll receive personalized mentorship from one of our senior leaders, ensuring you make the most of this transformative experience.

Are you ready to shape the future of the fastest growing sportswear company in the world? Dream On!

The starting date for this program will be September 1st, 2025.

Your mission

Over the course of the program, you will be part of 4 different teams and experience how i.e. the Product Strategy, Product Creation, Costing & Sourcing, Product Operations or Innovation areas work. From consumer research and building a compelling brief, to innovating with materials, learning to use 3D tools for digital creation, helping to engineer and test prototypes, and supporting production and quality teams in the factories – over the 24-months, you will gain invaluable experience and a holistic understanding of the product creation process. It will set you up for success to start as a true functional expert in one of the teams and fuel your long-term growth journey at On.

Your story

• You have a strong interest and passion for sporting goods, lifestyle or fashion across apparel and footwear
• You have little to no experience in product creation, or at a maximum have gathered first experiences in the field (no more than 18 months)
• You are driven by a deep curiosity of what makes a great product, you have a hands-on approach and enjoy diving into the technical details
• You are passionate about crafting the future of sportswear through technical excellence – constantly exploring new ways to improve materials, fit, and function with an innovative mindset
• You can identify yourself with the On spirits and are eager to learn and develop with a growth mindset
• Fluent in English (written and verbal) and good communication skills
• Right to work in EU/Switzerland

Application period: 31 January until 14 February

What We Offer

On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.

On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.