ETA Surface Treatment Technician Apprentice
- Location
- GrenchenSolothurnSwitzerland
- 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, Grenchen: Three-year surface treatment technician apprenticeship (EFZ) in precision watchmaking manufacturing.
Role & Responsibilities
- Apply protective and decorative surface coatings to watch components and mechanical parts
- Operate advanced coating and plating equipment in compliance with quality and safety standards
- Maintain meticulous attention to detail in surface preparation and finishing processes
- Document coating applications and quality control measurements accurately
- Support the production of watch components destined for Swatch and affiliated brands
- Adhere to environmental and occupational health regulations in all coating operations
Qualifications
- Completion of compulsory education (Sekundarstufe I or equivalent)
- Strong interest in precision manufacturing and watchmaking
- Manual dexterity and attention to fine detail
- Reliability and commitment to professional standards
- Willingness to work within a structured apprenticeship framework
Skills
Experience
No prior professional experience required; this is an entry-level apprenticeship programme for school leavers.
Education
Completion of compulsory Swiss secondary education (Sekundarstufe I) or internationally recognised equivalent.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Grenchen, Solothurn, 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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