Eidg. Forschungsanstalt WSL
Birmensdorf
Human Resources Internship 80-100% (m/f/d)
- 16 September 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Birmensdorf
Job summary
The Swiss Federal Research Institute WSL focuses on environmental sustainability. A great chance to gain HR experience in a vibrant research setting.
Tasks
- Support HR leads with various administrative tasks.
- Draft guest agreements and employment contracts as needed.
- Participate in digitalization projects and HR operations.
Skills
- Studying or recently graduated in relevant fields like business or law.
- Excellent German and English communication skills.
- Proficient in MS Office and a reliable work ethic.
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About the job
The Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research WSL, with around 600 employees, is part of the ETH domain. It is concerned with the sustainable use and protection of the environment as well as responsible management of natural hazards.
Human Resources Internship 80-100% (m/f/d)
To support our Human Resources department in Birmensdorf, we are looking for a team-oriented and conscientious individual from December 2026 for a 6-month internship.
You will assist the HR area managers with various administrative tasks and independently prepare diverse correspondence. You will draft guest agreements and employment contracts based on templates and actively help with daily tasks such as at the HR Welcome Desk. The administrative preparation and follow-up of the onboarding and offboarding of our employees and guests also belong to your duties. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to participate in our digitalisation projects. We offer you a broad professional insight into the diverse tasks of an HR department and the chance to become familiar with labour law regulations as well as HR practice in an exciting, international research environment.
You are studying in an advanced semester in business or law, psychology, humanities or social sciences, education or similar, or have just completed your studies. Your working style is extremely reliable and meticulous. You possess very good oral and written German and English skills and good MS Office knowledge. Besides your friendly and helpful nature, you are a discreet personality. Your strong interest in personnel work and your enthusiasm for the research topics of our institute make you the ideal candidate.
Please send your complete application to Alex Wälker, Human Resources WSL, by submitting the required documents via our application portal. Applications by e-mail or post will not be considered. For questions, Stefania Pe, Head of HR Operations, is happy to assist you at Tel. +41 (0)44 739 22 32. At WSL, diversity and inclusion are lived values. We are committed to gender equality and to promoting an open and inclusive working environment.
