Direct career entry for high school graduates

Each year, the 12-month internship starts in September. First, you will have the opportunity to get to know our business, the insurance industry and other high school graduates.  

During onboarding, we will show you what opportunities you have, and you can choose a team for your first assignment. You will be given your own tasks, which you will take responsibility for – your team will provide you with the necessary support. After six months you will move to another department of your choice and get to know a different business area. 

Our internships combine theory and practice so that you receive an authentic insight and can develop in the best possible way. You will take part in exciting training and attend various compulsory and optional courses on the topics "World of Insurance," "Customer Experience," "Future of Work" and "Lead Yourself."  

• ... are ready to take the first step in your career. 
• ... want to gain practical experience to decide on a career direction. 
• ... want to get to know the work in a large, international, yet familiar company 
• ... want to take on responsibility and solve your own tasks. 
• ... are looking for a company where you can unfold your potential and be supported. 

• The program allows you to lay the foundation stone for your career and part-time study at a university of applied sciences 
• You will be professionally supported and supervised for the duration of the internship program 
• After your internship year, we will support you in your search for a permanent position at Zurich and offer you financial support for enrolling in a part-time study program 

The qualification as a Young Insurance Professional is currently being revised. Further details will be announced in the first quarter of 2026.

Upon completion of the YIP program, you will be awarded the certificate "Young Insurance Professional VBV." The abbreviation VBV stands for a qualification certified and supported by the Vocational Training Association, which is recognized by the major insurance companies. This will allow you access without an examination to further follow-up training courses in the field of insurance.  

The YIP program is perfect for you if you ... 

• ... are ready to take the first step in the insurance industry. 
• ... find the combination of a major international corporation and Swiss corporate culture appealing. 
• ... have the desire to provide customers with the best advice and experience 
• ... want to take on responsibility and complete your own tasks. 
• ... are looking for a company that will support you and allow you to unlock your potential. 

• The program allows you to lay the foundation stone for your career and part-time study at a university of applied sciences 
• You will be professionally supported and supervised for the duration of the internship program 
• After your internship year, we will support you in your search for a permanent position at Zurich and offer you financial support for enrolling in a part-time study program 

Visit our Job Portal to discover our openings for high school graduates and the qualifications required. With just a few clicks, you can apply online and upload your current resume and your high school certificate. 

The application phase starts at the beginning of March each year. 

We will assess how well your profile matches the role requirements. Within 2–3 weeks, you will receive a response from us on whether we will invite you for an interview. If it takes longer, we will let you know.

If you pique our interest, you will receive an invitation to an on-site recruitment day. During this day, you will complete individual and group tasks. In addition, you will have the opportunity to interact with other high school graduates.

If both sides are interested, there will be a virtual individual interview. During this interview, we will ask you questions about the recruitment day in order to get to know you better.

We will communicate our decision to you by telephone. If successful, you will receive a binding confirmation. 

If you accept, we can look forward to welcoming you onto the program as a high school graduate on September 1 of your application year. 

A personalized onboarding program will support you in the run-up to your first day at work.

As long as the job posting is online, the application phase remains open and you still have time to apply. 

Upload your application documents such as your resume and any high school certificates. You do not need to write a cover letter.

Make sure your resume is well-organized and clearly structured.  Emphasize relevant experience and qualifications that highlight your suitability for the position.

Learn more about Zurich Switzerland and the internship program, for example on LinkedIn and zurich.ch. Prepare any questions that you would like to ask. At Zurich, your potential and personality are at the forefront: Show us who you are and what makes you unique.