ETA Mobile and Industrial Robotics Intern
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- Mar 16, 2026
About ETA
ETA SA Manufacture Horlogère Suisse is a precision movement and component manufacturer within the Swatch Group. The company is recognized for Swiss Made engineering, high-volume precision production and close collaboration with specialist manufacturing and automation teams across the Group.
ETA (Swatch Group) — Grenchen, Switzerland: Mobile and Industrial Robotics Intern, on-site 5-month internship in automation and production robotics.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support design, integration and programming of mobile robotic systems and stationary industrial robots for watch movement production.
- Participate in commissioning, on-site testing and validation of automation cells and production lines.
- Develop and execute test protocols, collect performance data, and analyse results to optimise processes.
- Prepare technical documentation, user instructions and reports for handover to production teams.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, electrical, automation, quality) to ensure compliance with manufacturing and safety requirements.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's programme in Mechatronics, Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical or Automation Engineering.
- Demonstrable hands‑on project experience with robots, mobile platforms or industrial automation (university projects or laboratory work).
- Basic programming skills and the ability to read electrical and mechanical drawings.
- Analytical problem‑solving aptitude, methodical testing approach and strong attention to detail.
- Available for an approximately five-month, on-site internship assignment and able to work collaboratively within a production environment.
Skills
Experience
No professional experience required; prior university project work, lab experience or short internships in robotics, automation or industrial controls is an advantage.
Education
Currently enrolled in a relevant engineering degree (BSc or MSc) in Mechatronics, Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical or Automation Engineering.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Grenchen, Solothurn, Switzerland, with easy access to Biel/Bienne.
Culture
The organisation values precision engineering, technical excellence and collaborative problem solving typical of Swiss manufacturing. As part of the Swatch Group, the workplace emphasises disciplined production standards, continual improvement and close cross‑disciplinary cooperation between engineering and production specialists.
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