ETA Apprenticeship: CFC Micromechanics Technician
- Employment
- Apprenticeship
- 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, Fontainemelon: Four-year CFC Micromechanics Apprenticeship with Swatch Group's leading Swiss watchmaking manufacture.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop proficiency in precision micromechanical assembly and manufacturing techniques
- Work with mechanical and quartz movement components under professional supervision
- Progress through structured modules combining theoretical instruction and practical workshop experience
- Contribute to component production for mechanical watch movements and quartz systems
- Maintain precision standards and quality protocols in all mechanical operations
Qualifications
- Completion of mandatory schooling (Scolarité obligatoire)
- Strong aptitude for precision mechanical work
- Manual dexterity and attention to fine detail
- Interest in horological manufacturing and mechanical engineering
- Ability to follow technical instructions and safety protocols
Skills
Experience
No prior professional experience required; this is an entry-level apprenticeship programme for school leavers.
Education
Completion of compulsory education (Scolarité obligatoire); CFC certification will be awarded upon successful completion of the four-year apprenticeship.
Workplace
The role is situated in Fontainemelon, Neuchâtel, Switzerland — conveniently close to Neuchâtel.
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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