Police Trainee 100%

11 May 2026
100%
Zürich

Job summary

Join the Kantonspolizei Zürich as a police aspirant! A fulfilling career awaits you.

Tasks

Undergo a two-year training program with full salary.
Learn essential skills at the Zürcher Polizeischule ZHPS.
Work at the Flughafenpolizei, handling security tasks.

Skills

Must be a Swiss citizen; age 20-39; clean record required.
Strong communication and teamwork abilities needed.
Good judgment and decision-making skills essential.

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About the job

Working as a police officer with the Zurich Cantonal Police is one of the most interesting and meaningful things you can do for yourself and your future. You start with your application as a

Police Trainee 100%

Tasks

Your basic training lasts two years; during this time you receive full pay. In the first year, you learn everything essential for your new profession at the Zurich Police School ZHPS. In the second year, you work with the airport police and already take on security-relevant tasks. After two years, you take the professional examination for the federal specialist certificate "Police Officer"; if you successfully overcome this hurdle, you will be solemnly sworn in and admitted to our police corps.

Requirements

Swiss citizenship
Compulsory schooling according to the respective cantonal guidelines
Recognised professional qualification (EFZ), equivalent training or Matura
Impeccable character
Age: At the time of application, at least 20 and at most 39 years old (up to the 40th birthday)
Minimum height: none
Visual acuity: unrestricted field of vision, colour perception ability
Driving licence: Category B
Military/Civil Protection/Civil Service/Unfitness for service

Start date: by arrangement

Do you have questions or would you like more information? Then attend one of our information evenings. Additionally, the recruitment team (058 648 12 40) is happy to assist you.

Have we piqued your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your complete online application.