Comité International Olympique (CIO)

Department: Digital Engagement and Marketing Location: Lausanne, Switzerland Contract Type: Internship (12 months) Activity Level: 100% Application end date: 11.07.2025 Expected Starting date: As soon as possible The International Olympic Committee is the guardian of the Olympic Games and the leader of the Olympic Movement. A truly global organisation, it acts as a catalyst for collaboration between all Olympic stakeholders, including the athletes, the National Olympic Committees, the International Federations, Organising Committees for the Olympic Games, the Worldwide Olympic Partners and Olympic broadcast partners. It also collaborates with public and private authorities including the United Nations and other international organisations. About the role: As the Direct Marketing Trainee you will be assisting the Direct Marketing campaigns that will allow us to engage and retain audiences during Games time and flame-to-flame periods. Additionally, you will also be supporting the team in planning the design, development and evolution of the wider IOC Direct Marketing strategy. Your responsibilities: Provide assistance to the Direct Marketing team by: Supporting on the project management of the fan engagement programme Supporting on the preparation of fan campaigns and team operational set-up for Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Games and Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games Supporting on email campaigns and operations, including content selection and newsletter review, during the flame-to-flame periods Analysing campaign data, drawing conclusions and preparing reports Generally lending assistance when priorities dictate Staying abreast of latest email marketing news, methodologies and adopt/adapt them to the evolving needs of the IOC Our requirements University qualification with an interest in digital marketing English or French fluency, with excellent writing and speaking of the other language. Ability to learn quickly how to use advanced software solution such as Salesforce Marketing Cloud Knowledge of project management principles and ways of working. Familiarity with teamwork, in terms of both managing the flow of files and communicating with colleagues. Recognised and appreciated know-how and manners when dealing with different personalities. Digitally savvy Some understanding of digital tools, the latest trends and capabilities, including for the following: Project Management tools (Asana and Slack) Ability to anticipate problems and propose solutions. Autonomy, sense of organisation and priorities. Good ability to manage stressful situations and handle the unexpected. Accuracy, speed and reliability when executing tasks. Ability to communicate and deal with people on a daily basis. Good oral and written expression. Ability to generate a working atmosphere where team spirit contributes to improving performances. Excellent command of the “corporate” tools and follows the internal usage rules (OneDrive, Outlook, etc.). Come and join an organisation where the spirit of inclusion, gender equality and diversity is a top priority and which focuses on what unites us – a passion for sport and its values. Work in a flexible and rewarding environment which offers competitive employee benefits and numerous incentives to live a sustainable, healthy and active life. By joining us, you become part of the Olympic Movement and help to build a better world through sport. You will have the opportunity to work with people of more than 70 nationalities.