Viking was founded in 1997 and has grown to be the leading small ship travel company, offering destination-focused river, ocean and expedition voyages on all seven continents. Designed for experienced travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, Chairman Torstein Hagen often says Viking offers guests The Thinking Person’s Cruise® in contrast to mainstream cruises. 

 

With more than 250 awards to its name, the company currently operates a fleet of state-of-the-art ships that have received numerous accolades since their launch from industry experts and travelers alike. For the second year in a row, Viking was voted the #1 River Line and the #1 Ocean Line by Condé Nast Traveler in the publication’s 2022 Readers’ Choice Awards. Viking was also named #1 for both Rivers and Oceans by Travel + Leisure in the 2022 World’s Best Awards making it the only cruise line to reach the top of its categories in both publications in the same year. 

 

Please note that we can only accept applicants who are eligible to work in Switzerland or in possession of a valid work permit. 
 

ROLE DESCRIPTION  

As a Recruiting Marketing intern in the Recruiting Marketing Team, you will be surrounded by colleagues who will share their extensive expertise. You will be reporting to the Recruiting Marketing Manager. The internship will start in September 2024; its duration is six months. 

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

You will help build a strong Employer Brand for the relevant markets.  You will support the creation of content (video, photos and text) for recruitment purposes. You will support with the preparation of job fairs and other recruiting events. You will support recruitment photo/video shoots as needed. You will explore alternative and original application sources. You will manage the assets inventory. You will help ensure brand consistency with Viking recruitment partners around the world.  You will assist the Recruitment Marketing team on various exciting projects.  You will be in charge of putting together summary reports analyzing marketing campaigns. 

 

KEY QUALIFICATIONS 

You are fluent in English, verbally and in writing.  You are eager to learn how a global travel company utilizes marketing to support recruitment efforts throughout different divisions of the company. You have a positive personality, are a team player and like to work in a multi-cultural team. You have solid computer skills, especially in Social Media creation and posting, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Premiere Pro, InDesign), Project Management, MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and you are tech-savvy. 

 

EDUCATION 

You are either currently attending a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or have recently graduated in the field of Marketing / Tourism / Hospitality / HR or related topics. 

 

NICE TO HAVE 

A spirit of discovery that sees technical problems as challenges to be solved. Graphic or design skills, or at least an interest in visually appealing content design. 

 

CULTURE & BENEFITS 

Fast-growing and dynamic environment, a modern workspace, flexible working hours

 

HOW TO APPLY 

Please apply via our website www.vikingcareers.com, including your CV in English and a one-page cover letter to introduce yourself and your interest for the role.  

For more details about this position, contact Marta Pikusa under +41 61 638 60 11