ETA Watchmaking Apprentice – Production
- Location
- GrenchenSoleureSwitzerland
- 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 – Watchmaking Apprentice (Production, CFC 3-year) in Grenchen, Switzerland. Learn horology from industry leaders.
Role & Responsibilities
- Develop expertise in precision mechanical watchmaking and assembly techniques under the mentorship of experienced professionals
- Learn and execute manual and semi-automated production processes for watch movements and components
- Participate in quality control and testing procedures to ensure adherence to manufacturing standards
- Progress through structured competency modules covering mechanics, electronics, assembly, and finishing techniques
Qualifications
- Completion of mandatory Swiss lower secondary education (Obligatorische Schule)
- Strong aptitude for precision work and manual dexterity
- Technical interest and passion for mechanical engineering and horology
- Reliability, punctuality, and commitment to professional development
Skills
Experience
No prior professional experience required; entry-level apprenticeship position.
Education
Swiss compulsory school (Obligatorische Schule) or equivalent qualification required.
Workplace
The role is situated in Grenchen, Soleure, Switzerland.
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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