ETA Production Mechanic 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 — Production Mechanic Apprentice (3-year CFC) starting 2027 within the Swatch Group.
Role & Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain production machinery and equipment under supervision
- Assemble mechanical and quartz watch movements with precision and attention to detail
- Follow manufacturing protocols and quality standards consistently
- Learn mechanical assembly, calibration, and troubleshooting techniques
- Collaborate with experienced technicians and mentors on the production floor
- Maintain workplace safety and housekeeping standards
Qualifications
- Swiss apprenticeship eligibility and commitment to a three-year programme
- Completion of compulsory education or equivalent
- Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity
- Ability to work with precision and attention to detail
- Willingness to learn under the guidance of professional trainers
Skills
Experience
No prior professional experience required; suitable for school-leavers and recent graduates entering formal apprenticeship training.
Education
Completion of compulsory Swiss education (obligatory schooling) or equivalent qualification.
Workplace
This position is based in Boncourt, Jura, Switzerland, within easy reach of Basel.
Benefits
Professional training and mentorship throughout the apprenticeship; exposure to cutting-edge manufacturing technologies; placement within the Swatch Group, the world's largest watch manufacturer.
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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