Apprenticeship as Retail Specialist EFZ / Retail Assistant EBA (m/f/d)

About the job

YOUR TALENT. YOUR PROJECT. THE PERFECT APPRENTICESHIP FOR YOU.

OBI is more than just a DIY store – with over 640 stores in ten European countries, we are the partner for everyone who tinkers, crafts, and builds at home. Our goal: Making everything possible. Do you share our passion? Then you are exactly right with us: We accompany young talents on their way to becoming true professionals for home and garden who know how to turn ideas into action.

Your apprenticeship is our joint project. We take your skills to the next level so that you can fully thrive in the team and not only advise but inspire our customers.

In sales: You are the face of OBI. You inspire people and show them how to truly realise their home dreams.

In logistics: You are the hub. You ensure that the shelves are full and the right materials end up exactly where they are needed.

You bring the doer spirit, we bring the know-how and full support. Sounds like the perfect match? Then come to OBI and start with us together!

Full-time

Steinhausen

from 01.08.2026

Build your future with an apprenticeship at OBI that is as versatile as our range. You share our enthusiasm for building and DIY and want to work in a cool team? Then we are looking for you!

Your tasks

• During your apprenticeship, you will gain comprehensive insights into various sales departments such as building materials, electrical, sanitary, and garden. Afterwards, you have the chance to specialise in your desired area.
• You acquire knowledge about our diverse DIY store range and can competently advise our customers.
• You go through various organisational areas, such as the checkout and service centre.
• You design our sales areas attractively to create a pleasant shopping experience for our customers.
• You are a full-fledged team member from the start and gradually take on more responsibility.

Your profile

• You have successfully completed the 9th grade.
• You are enthusiastic about the world of building and DIY.
• You enjoy a varied daily routine.
• You take pleasure in advising our customers on the implementation of their projects.
• You are a responsible organisational talent and have a good understanding of numbers.
• You are communicative and actively approach people.

Our offer

• Top chances of permanent employment: We want to keep you in the team long-term!
• Support: Use 2 days per month of paid learning time in the store.
• Work-life balance: Enjoy 6 weeks of holiday.
• Learning materials and public transport: Financial contribution towards your notebook and a subsidy of CHF 750 per year for learning materials and public transport.
• Informal culture: We meet at eye level, from apprentices to the CEO.
• Exclusive discounts: Save big with a 15% discount at OBI – on everything you buy from us.

Compelling reasons to start at OBI

These and many other benefits await you:

• Attractive pay: Above-tariff pay during your training as well as holiday and Christmas bonuses
• Shopping at OBI: 15% discount on your purchases in our store
• Work-life balance: Six weeks of annual leave
• Apprentice projects: You have the opportunity to independently implement exciting regional projects with other apprentices