Job Description

Contract Type: Fixed-term maximal
Location:
Lausanne, CH

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

MBA Student Engagement Coordination Intern (100%) / 1 August 2025 - 31 January 2026

The Job's Mission

IMD (Institute for Management Development) is a self-owned foundation dedicated to the development of international business executives at each stage in their careers based on the shores of Lake Geneva in Lausanne, Switzerland. Our unique environment enables us to maintain our position as a world leader in Executive Development.

Our one-year full-time MBA program is ranked among the best in the world. It helps participants learn how to boost their leadership skills in a digital, entrepreneurial, and global business environment. It provides a life-changing career journey with incredible networking opportunities for those with the ambition to make a real difference in a complex and rapidly changing world.

We are looking for a dynamic intern to support the MBA Student Engagement and Academic Affairs related operations. Our MBA program is delivered face-to-face.

Key activities & accountabilities

Supporting the Student Engagement Team in the following areas:


Support the organization of the MBA 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.) Support the International Consulting Projects (ICPs) coordination 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 program Carry out general secretarial and other duties as required Support with digital sessions Support the preparation with the teaching material and help for document or database researches

Formula for success

Education

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Hospitality management, in Tourism or in Marketing Commercial diploma with strong experience in a multicultural customer relations role is also possible

Experience

o Experience of other cultures or working in an international environment o Demonstrated organization and administration skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Requirements

Ability to handle multiple priorities in an independent manner Strong interpersonal and written communication skills Team player is a must, as you will work closely to other members of the Student Engagement & Academic Affairs department and the students/participants Stress management, customer-oriented, professional Time management, organization, and coordination skills Diplomatic and discreet, proactive Excellent English and Good French; other languages are an advantage Computer literate (MS Office)

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.