Apprenticeships at Ergon. As practical as possible
Ergon has been offering apprenticeships since 1999. We are especially proud that our young talent repeatedly feature among the best in their year. To date, 42 trainees have successfully gained their federal VET diploma with us, and we currently have 18 young people at different stages of their training.
You can expect a broad range of stimulating assignments in a great working environment in central Zurich. At Ergon we all respect and value our trainees. You will work on a level with us and be a full member of the team.
We want more than anything to see you succeed. During your apprenticeship with us you will enjoy personal advice and support to guide you in the right direction. This means that you help actively to structure your own training.
Want to get a taste of life in IT before you start your apprenticeship? Then come to our next taster day.
Current job openings
All apprenticeships from summer 2024 onwards have already been filled. Apprenticeships 2025 will be advertised from August 2024.
Subject areas apprenticeship
Information Technologist, Federal Diploma of Vocational Education and Training (Informatiker:in EFZ) – application development
In the first two years you will be introduced at close quarters to the world of programming. Then you will begin to work on real software projects. All of our trainees are fully integrated into project teams and are in constant contact with other trainees.
Information Technologist, Federal Diploma of Vocational Education and Training (Informatiker:in EFZ) – system engineering
You will be completely integrated into our system administrators’ team, helping to keep servers, networks and the like running smoothly. Your role includes maintaining and setting up workstations, as well as supporting our network and server operations.
Commercial Employee, Federal Diploma of Vocational Education and Training (Kaufmann/Kauffrau EFZ, E/M profile) – services and administration
During your apprenticeship you’ll get to know the many aspects of the business side of Ergon. You will spend time in a variety of departments such as Marketing, HR, Finance and the Secretariat. In addition to customer contact you will complete a wide range of administrative, organisational and other tasks.
No matter what the target qualification, we expect everyone training with us to attend vocational college (Berufsmittelschule, BMS).
Your benefits
Learning time
Every semester you’re allowed four days to learn and prepare for your vocational school or college exams.
Free drinks & snacks
Need brain food? Having a snack attack? Whether you want sweet or savoury to keep you going, our treats cupboards will have it.
Joint activities
With like-minded people: look forward to lunches together, exclusive leisure events and more.
Cost of your school materials covered
To help you concentrate on learning, we cover the entire cost of your school materials.
Work experience abroad
If they perform very well, our IT apprentices can do an internship abroad to get to know other companies, cultures and languages.
Language stays & certifications
One of our values is “always one step ahead”. We support you both financially and with a time budget for language stays and certifications.
Personal notebook
Get prepared for your apprenticeship. We give you a notebook for work and your time at school.
Half-fare card & commuting allowance
Whether you travel by rail, bike or car, we’ll contribute to your commute. On top you get a half-fare card for free.
2 weekend trips
Off to the mountains! Our ski weekend is for Ergonians only (18+), but in the autumn partners and children are invited too.
At the heart of Zurich
Our three offices are located in the heart of Zurich - in the immediate vicinity of Stadelhofen station.
Performance bonus
We reward outstanding performance with a bonus. It can come to up to two additional monthly salaries a year.
Private accident cover
A benefit we hope you’ll never need: you’re privately insured for occupational & non-occupational accidents.
“What I like most about Ergon is the atmosphere. Everyone in our team is really motivated, and we all enjoy what we do.”
Do you have any questions?
News and events
The trainee with a passion for IT
Valentin Jauch is in the fourth year of his apprenticeship as an application developer at Ergon. He tells us why he opted for an apprenticeship over the more academic route.
Ergon among the best again
Ergon Informatik achieved sixth place in the ‘Best Employer of 2023’ industry rankings.
Starting a career at Ergon: young talents tell their stories
Currently there are 34 interns and 17 apprentices working at Ergon. The desire to prepare young people as well as possible for the world of work is deeply rooted in Ergon’s culture.
Currently there are 34 interns and 17 apprentices working at Ergon. The desire to prepare young people as well as possible for the world of work is deeply rooted in Ergon’s culture.
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