\\n 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\\xe2\\x80\\x99s Cruise\\xc2\\xae 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 Cond\\xc3\\xa9 Nast Traveler in the publication\\xe2\\x80\\x99s 2022 Readers\\xe2\\x80\\x99 Choice Awards. Viking was also named #1 for both Rivers and Oceans by Travel + Leisure in the 2022 World\\xe2\\x80\\x99s Best Awards making it the only cruise line to reach the top of its categories in both publications in the same year.

We are currently looking for an administrative intern to join our Human Resources department within our Operational headquarter in Basel, Switzerland.
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 an administrative intern in our HR department, you will be surrounded by colleagues who will share their extensive Human Resources expertise
• You will be reporting directly to the Director Human Resources
• The internship will start in October; the duration is six months

KEY RESPONSBILITIES

• As an intern in our Human Resources department, you will assist the Human Resources team with administrative tasks related to employees\\xe2\\x80\\x99 documentation, such as filing, digitalizing information, issuing reference letters and contracts, visa applications, etc.
• You will help scheduling interviews for our current recruiting processes
• You will be supporting our ongoing projects, while participating in meetings and discussions with the different stakeholders involved
• You will help optimizing existing processes and document them
• You will play an important part acting as Viking ambassador when interacting with other employees and/or candidates

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• You are fluent in English, both verbally and in writing. Chinese is a plus
• You are curious and eager to learn how a global cruise line is organized and what is expected from the Human Resources department
• You have a positive personality and like to work in a multi-cultural team
• You have solid computer skills, especially in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

EDUCATION

• You are currently attending a Bachelor\\xe2\\x80\\x99s or Master\\xe2\\x80\\x99s degree in the field of tourism or hospitality or have recently obtained one

NICE TO HAVE QUALIFICATIONS

• You have gained first knowledge within the Human Resources field

CULTURE & BENEFITS

• Fast-growing and dynamic environment, a modern workspace and flexible working hours
• Restaurant and regular company activities (e.g. cooking classes, sponsorship to sport events, etc.)

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 Virginia Belli under +41 61 638 60 11\\n \\n \\n \\n \\n \\n

\\n\\n Viking Cruises\\n \\n\\n

\\n