Internship in the Client Representation of the Canton of Zurich 80 - 100%

About the job

develop | manage | realise

Building Department Canton of Zurich

80 - 100%

From August 2026 or by arrangement, limited to 1 year

Internship in the Client Representation of the Canton of Zurich

The internship in the client representation at the Building Office of the Canton of Zurich offers you an exciting entry into the world of public construction. The Construction Area C manages a diverse portfolio, including universities, vocational schools, as well as other educational and administrative buildings of the Canton of Zurich. Depending on interest and experience, there is also the possibility to independently take on smaller projects.

Your tasks

You actively participate in a variety of building projects and gain insights into all phases of planning, coordination, and implementation. You support the project management in organisational, technical, and administrative tasks and work closely with architects, specialist planners, authorities, and contractors. Depending on interest and experience, there is also the possibility to independently lead smaller projects and take on responsibility.

Your profile

The internship is generally aimed at graduates of studies in architecture, civil engineering, or a related field – motivated exceptions are welcome. We are looking for committed, structured, and communicative individuals with an interest in project management, construction processes, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

What to expect

A practical activity in a professional environment with the opportunity to gain valuable experience in public construction and to make an active contribution to significant construction projects of the Canton of Zurich.

Your contact

Tomasz Soboczynski

Overall Project Manager and Deputy Team Leader Team 2 Construction Area C

043 259 28 87

Overall Project Manager and Deputy Team Leader Team 2 Construction Area C

043 259 28 87

Dear recruitment agencies! Unfortunately, we cannot consider applications associated with fee demands. Only direct applications will be answered and considered in the selection process.

About us

The Building Office is responsible for the development, realisation, and maintenance of cantonal buildings, from the Grossmünster to the university building. It ensures competent planning and realisation of new buildings, maintenance, and art-and-construction projects of public buildings. It is committed to sustainability and building culture, ensures careful use of resources, and high operational suitability.

If you associate us with a complicated, dusty administration, you are mistaken. We work collegially, straightforwardly, and performance-oriented. Flexible working hours and mobile working are as natural to us as the opportunity to develop professionally and personally.

If you associate us with a complicated, dusty administration, you are mistaken. We work collegially, straightforwardly, and performance-oriented. Flexible working hours and mobile working are as natural to us as the opportunity to develop professionally and personally.

We offer…

Lunch voucher

Creative freedom

Team

Workplace near main station

Interaction at eye level

Your application process

Pre-selection

First interview

Second interview

Final decision