IT Specialist EFZ (m/f/d) 2027 - Application or Platform Development

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IT Specialist EFZ (m/f/d) 2027 - Application or Platform Development

Do you want to complete a future-proof apprenticeship? Are you curious, open-minded, eager to make a difference and grow personally at the same time? Do you want to be at the cutting edge? Then you are exactly right at ETH Zurich, because the future is created here.

Job Description

The IT apprenticeship is possible with us in the two specialisations "Application Development" and "Platform Development".


Application Development:

The versatile apprenticeship for curious tinkerers who enjoy building user-friendly software!

You work actively as part of a team on exciting projects:

  • Planning, coding, testing and documenting applications with various programming languages, frameworks and architectures
  • Operating, maintaining and expanding existing applications
  • Planning, developing and maintaining automated deployment workflows to provide applications on server systems
  • Installing, configuring and monitoring server systems
  • Ensuring the security and availability of systems and services
  • Planning and managing projects in the field of application development


Platform Development:

The versatile apprenticeship for structured problem solvers who enjoy digital construction!

In this apprenticeship, you ensure the smooth operation of the ICT infrastructure:

  • Planning, implementing and automating processes and workflows
  • Administering servers and networks
  • Planning and operating server services and server systems
  • Participating in diverse projects

The training lasts 4 years, including 1 year of basic training in our IT training laboratory in Zurich-Oerlikon.

Profile

You are fascinated by computer science, enjoy logical-abstract thinking and have spatial imagination. You enjoy creative problem solving and are not afraid of challenges. Your strong concentration skills as well as your systematic and structured way of working will take you further. In addition, you enjoy teamwork and customer contact.

You need a compulsory school leaving certificate for this apprenticeship and good grades in the following school subjects:

  • English
  • Mathematics

We offer

  • Introductory weeks at the start of the apprenticeship with all new learners at ETH Zurich
  • Six weeks of holiday per year
  • Modern infrastructure and professional support throughout the apprenticeship
  • Regular events and workshops for personal development and networking with other learners
  • Free, extensive sports programme at ASVZ
Working, Teaching and Researching at ETH Zurich

Diversity and Sustainability are important to us

In line with our values , ETH Zurich supports an inclusive culture. We promote equal opportunities, value diversity and foster a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all employees and students are respected. On our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website you can learn how we ensure a fair and open environment in which everyone can develop and flourish. Sustainability is a core value for us – we are consistently working towards a climate-neutral future.

Curious? So are we.

Note:
To increase equal opportunities for our applicants, we do not require a motivation letter, photo or Basic-/Multicheck. We do not consider these documents if you submit them anyway.

We look forward to your online application with the following documents:

  • Curriculum vitae (without photo)
  • Copies of all certificates from secondary school, 10th school year or grammar school
  • Stellwerk 8 or Check S2
  • Internship confirmations
  • Certificates, confirmations of courses / leisure activities (if available)


For further information, the vocational training team is happy to assist you by phone at +41 (0) 44 632 89 33. Additional information about vocational training at ETH Zurich can be found in our film or on our website .

About ETH Zurich

ETH Zurich is one of the best technical and scientific universities in the world. We are known for our excellent teaching, pioneering basic research and the direct transfer of new knowledge into society. More than 30,000 people from over 120 countries find an environment with us that promotes independent thinking and a climate that inspires top performance. In the heart of Europe and globally networked, we develop solutions together for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.

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