ETA Electroplating Apprentice
- Location
- BoncourtJuraSwitzerland
- 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 Boncourt seeks an electroplating apprentice for a three-year CFC apprenticeship in Swiss watchmaking manufacturing.
Role & Responsibilities
- Learn electroplating and surface finishing techniques applied to watchmaking components
- Operate electroplating equipment under professional supervision
- Prepare and finish metal surfaces according to manufacturing specifications
- Contribute to quality control and surface finishing processes
- Assist in the production of watch movements and mechanical components
Qualifications
- Swiss apprenticeship eligibility (required)
- Mandatory completion of compulsory schooling
- Demonstrable interest in technical and manufacturing trades
- Aptitude for precision work and attention to detail
Skills
Experience
No prior professional experience required; candidates will receive comprehensive on-the-job training from qualified instructors throughout the three-year apprenticeship.
Education
Completion of compulsory schooling required; secondary-level education preferred.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Boncourt, Jura, Switzerland, with easy access 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.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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