ETA Apprentice Polymechanic (4-year)
- Location
- MoutierJuraSwitzerland
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Aug 18, 2026
About ETA
ETA is a benchmark of Swiss horological expertise, renowned for designing and producing precision movements that power many of the world’s most respected watches. As part of the Swatch Group, the manufacture combines industrial excellence, technical innovation, and a deep respect for traditional watchmaking savoir-faire. As an employer, ETA offers a highly specialized environment where engineers, micromechanics, technicians, and operational talents contribute to products defined by reliability, accuracy, and refinement. The company values discipline, craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and collaborative expertise, providing careers at the heart of Switzerland’s watchmaking ecosystem and the future of mechanical and quartz movement technology.
ETA SA seeks apprentices for a four-year polymechanic apprenticeship in Moutier, Switzerland, combining hands-on training in watch movement manufacturing with professional mentoring.
Role & Responsibilities
- Learn and apply polymechanic techniques across multiple disciplines
- Operate and maintain modern manufacturing equipment under supervision
- Contribute to the production of watch movements and components
- Complete structured classroom and workshop training modules
- Develop technical competencies in mechanical assembly and precision engineering
Qualifications
- Swiss lower secondary school certificate (Obligatory School diploma) or equivalent
- Aptitude for technical and mechanical work
- Ability to work with precision and attention to detail
- Good problem-solving skills
- Physical capability to perform hands-on mechanical work
Skills
Experience
No prior professional experience required; candidates typically have just completed compulsory schooling.
Education
Obligatory school certificate (Swiss lower secondary education) or equivalent qualification.
Workplace
The role is situated in Moutier, Jura, Switzerland — conveniently close to Basel.
Culture
ETA offers a workplace culture rooted in Swiss precision, technical mastery, and continuous innovation within the watchmaking industry. As an employer, it fosters collaboration between engineers, artisans, and production specialists, valuing reliability, quality, and the transmission of specialized expertise across generations.
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