Intern Corporate Strategy & Innovation

Job : 41492 |
Location: Pratteln, Canton of Basel-Landschaft, Switzerland |
Work Model: Onsite

Join Clariant – a global specialty chemicals company – at its Global Headquarters in Pratteln, Switzerland
, and kick-start your career with a 5- to 6-month fulltime Internship
, ideally starting September / October 2026 (alternative start dates upon agreement), working directly at the heart of our Corporate Strategy & Innovation team, where innovation, transformation, and global decision-making come together every day.

• Support the preparation and coordination of our quarterly Performance Review Meeting process
• Assist in the execution of strategic initiatives and transformation projects at both corporate and business unit levels
• Conduct market and competitor analyses to inform key strategic decisions and help present findings to relevant stakeholders
• Provide support in facilitating strategic workshops and planning sessions with leadership teams
• Support BU innovation project teams throughout the innovation process lifecycle, from opportunity ideation and customer needs to launch preparation and market monitoring

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Master's program in Chemistry, Business Administration, or a related field
• First practical experience in strategy, innovation, consulting, or project management is a plus
• Good skills in Excel and Power Point
• Analytical mindset, proactive and structured working approach, and ability to work independently as well as in a team
• International outlook and strong interpersonal skills
• Multilingual skills are a strong advantage;
  English is required

• Working on innovative tasks with exposure to Clariant’s senior leadership
• Independent preparation and execution of the assigned tasks
• Insights into exciting and interdisciplinary projects within an international, committed and collegial team
• Qualified support and mentoring during your work at Clariant

Magdalena Viegas

Talent Acquisition Specialist

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At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

We at Clariant are aware of our responsibility. Our purpose “Greater chemistry – between people and planet” describes the role we can play in the world if we align our thinking and all future decisions with it.