Apprentice polymechanic (a)
@Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology posted 4 days agoJob Description
Materials science and technology are our passion. With our cutting-edge research, Empa’s approximately 1,100 employees make decisive contributions to the well-being of society and a future worth living. Empa is a research institution within the ETH Domain.
A broad, in-depth, and varied vocational training is a key priority for us. However, with an apprenticeship in research, we want to not only teach you the technical skills of the profession, but also help you enjoy your work. To this end, we offer you opportunities for internships with our industrial partners during your training, significantly expanding your experience.
The basic requirements for a successful vocational training at Empa are commitment, enthusiasm, and flexibility, as well as a certain degree of self-discipline. Values such as independence, a sense of responsibility, creativity, customer focus, and the ability to think ahead and develop will accompany you throughout your training with us. We also support you with “Saphir,” our in-house program for developing our apprentices. If the idea of working in a research environment on our collective future appeals to and motivates you, we look forward to getting to know you.
Your tasks
- Manufacture of workpieces and systems for research and testing facilities
- Turning, drilling and milling of metals and plastics with conventional and CNC machines
- Assembling components
- Developing small design solutions and creating technical drawings
- programming workpieces on modern CAD/CAM software
Your profile
Your secondary school diploma is within reach, and you have achieved good (secondary school level A) to very good (secondary school level B) grades in arithmetic/algebra, geometry, physics, and German. Your excellent spatial awareness is coupled with a willingness to learn and perform, and of course, you enjoy working with metals and plastics. We require a keen interest in modern, complex machinery and a talent for precise and efficient work. A strong sense of responsibility and the ability to work in a team are additional important components.
our range
We offer solid technical training using modern machinery and tools. During your apprenticeship, you will produce various prototypes and individual components, giving you the opportunity to acquire a wide range of knowledge. Empa is a vibrant and innovative research environment with an international flair and excellent employment conditions in the Zurich metropolitan area.
You can find further information about Empa’s teaching in our factsheet .
Have we appealed to you? Then send us your application today. We look forward to hearing from you.
In our job postings, “a” stands for “everyone.” We embrace a culture of inclusion and respect. We welcome everyone who is interested in innovative, sustainable, and meaningful work—that’s all that matters.
David Heusser , Vocational Training Coordinator
