Lindt & Sprüngli International Graduate Programs

18- or 24-month graduate program at Lindt & Sprüngli offering international rotations across three countries, with potential permanent placement upon completion.

This graduate program provides an immersive introduction to the consumer goods industry, allowing participants to gain hands-on experience across multiple departments and locations. Upon successful completion, candidates may be offered a permanent position within one of the company's global affiliates.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on business planning, financial analysis, and strategic decision-making.
• Partner with Marketing, Sales, and Operations departments to support business objectives.
• Gain comprehensive exposure to Finance & Controlling and Marketing & Sales Controlling functions.
• Participate in all stages of marketing activities, including market research, consumer insights, strategy development, packaging design, product innovation, and campaign execution.
• Learn the complete chocolate manufacturing process, from raw bean to finished bar.
• Explore various operational areas such as chocolate production basics, technology, managerial responsibilities, KPI tracking, safety protocols, industrial planning, R&D, quality control, and financial oversight.
• Design premium packaging that meets marketing and consumer demands while maintaining operational efficiency.
• Oversee the full packaging lifecycle, including supplier coordination, quality assurance, and sustainability initiatives.
• Contribute to direct-to-consumer operations across retail, e-commerce, marketing, merchandising, and logistics.

Requirements

• Hold a university degree.
• Demonstrate geographic flexibility during and after the program.
• Fluency in English.
• Fluency in at least one additional European language.

What the company offers

• International rotations across three subsidiaries, each lasting six to eight months.
• Provided housing during assignments.
• Local salary compensation.
• Coverage of relocation expenses.
• Opportunities to develop technical and interpersonal skills, build a global network, and thrive in a dynamic work environment.

About the company

Lindt & Sprüngli integrates graduates into its global team, treating them as valued members from day one. Participants receive guidance from both headquarters' international mentors and local leaders at each subsidiary, fostering professional growth and cross-cultural collaboration.

• Graduates are considered integral members of the Lindt & Sprüngli team.
• Mentorship is provided by both international headquarters staff and local subsidiary leaders.