Your vocational training with prospects
Are you looking for an apprenticeship in a company that embraces innovation and sustainability? Then Gruner is the right place for you! For over 160 years, we have been a leading engineering and planning firm, designing projects that will shape the world of tomorrow. With us, you can contribute your ideas and help develop forward-looking solutions.
Gruner offers exciting apprenticeships that perfectly match your interests and strengths. You will work in interdisciplinary teams and be supported by experienced training supervisors to help you develop both professionally and personally. And even after you complete your apprenticeship, a wide range of opportunities await you at our company.
We have been successfully training young talent for more than 70 years. We currently support around 60 apprentices at our locations in Switzerland. Experience a practical apprenticeship in a motivating environment.
The job profiles of our training opportunities
Gruner offers you a wide range of apprenticeships in the fields of building construction, infrastructure and energy. We enable you to discover your interests and develop your skills. If you are interested in business or IT, we also offer a traditional commercial apprenticeship and an exciting apprenticeship in IT. This will give you valuable insights into Gruner's various business areas and technologies.
electrical planner
As an electrical planner, you are responsible for planning electrical systems in buildings and industrial plants. You work closely with customers, architects, civil engineers and other specialists to ensure that the installations meet the specific requirements and regulations.
During your apprenticeship you will learn how to draw up plans for electrical installations and how to plan and design them. You'll gain knowledge of electrical engineering, materials science, standards and codes, as well as CAD programs and other specialized software tools.
The tasks of an electrical planner include:
- Designing electrical systems for buildings and industrial facilities
- Preparation of technical drawings and plans using CAD software
- Calculation and design of electrical installations
- Checking compliance with standards and regulations and taking environmental and safety aspects into account
- Cooperation with other specialists such as architects, civil engineers and electricians
- Supervision and coordination of the implementation of the planning
- Electrical planners EFZ usually have good career prospects and can work in various sectors such as construction, industry and the public sector.
Facts
Duration: 4 years
Vocational baccalaureate possible
School education: In the 1st/2nd year of apprenticeship 1.5 days, in the 3rd/4th year of apprenticeship 1 day per week at the vocational school
building technology planner
As a building technology planner, you are responsible for planning and implementing technical systems in buildings. This includes heating, ventilation, air conditioning and sanitary installations as well as electrical installations.
During your training, you will learn how to draw up technical plans and how to plan and design them. You will gain knowledge about building technology, materials science, standards and regulations, as well as CAD programs and other specialized software tools.
The tasks of a building technology planner include:
- Planning of technical installations in buildings
- Preparation of technical drawings and plans with CAD software
- Calculation and design of technical installations
- Checking compliance with standards and regulations and taking environmental and safety aspects into account
- Cooperation with other specialists such as architects, civil engineers and other tradespeople
- Supervision and coordination of the implementation of the planning
Facts
Specializations at Gruner: ventilation, heating and plumbing
Duration: 4 years
Vocational baccalaureate possible
School education: 1 day per week at the vocational school (supplemented by block courses)
illustrator
The apprenticeship illustrator is an apprenticeship that specializes in the creation of technical drawings and plans. The apprenticeship usually lasts four years and is offered in various specializations, including architecture, structural engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, interior design, landscape architecture and metal construction.
During the apprenticeship, aspiring draftsmen and draftswomen learn how to use various technical drawing tools, how to create technical drawings and how to use CAD (computer-aided design) software. They also learn how to create specialized drawings for different industries, such as mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and architecture.
In addition to drawing and designing, trainees also learn how to create technical documentation, select materials, estimate the cost of projects, and collaborate with other professionals such as architects, engineers, and craftsmen.
Facts
Specializations at Gruner: Architecture and Civil Engineering
Duration: 4 years
Vocational baccalaureate possible
School education: In the 1st year of apprenticeship 2 days, then 1-1.5 days per week at a vocational school, depending on the canton and chosen specialization block instruction
geomatics technician
Training as a geomatics technician is a profession that specializes in the processing and evaluation of geographic data and information. Geomatics technicians record, process and visualize geographic data with the help of geographic information systems (GIS) and other software tools.
During their training, trainees learn how to collect geographic data, for example, by surveying, aerial photo analysis or geodetic calculations. They also learn how to visualize this data in digital maps and plans and how to link it to other data sources.
Other skills taught during the apprenticeship include analyzing geographic data, creating plans and maps, calculating areas and volumes, using 3D modeling techniques, and programming GIS applications. In addition, trainees also acquire skills in project management, teamwork and customer contact.
Facts
Duration: 4 years
Vocational baccalaureate possible
School education: 10 weeks of block courses per apprenticeship year at the Zurich Vocational School for the Construction Industry BBZ
commercial clerk
The apprenticeship as a commercial clerk is an apprenticeship that specializes in commercial activities in various industries. The apprenticeship usually lasts three years and is offered in various specializations.
During the apprenticeship, prospective merchants learn how to perform office tasks, such as writing e-mails, creating business letters and keeping accounts. They also learn how to communicate with and advise customers, how to prepare quotations and how to draw up contracts and invoices.
In addition, knowledge of marketing and sales is also taught, for example how to promote products and services, how to create customer databases and how to analyze sales statistics. Trainees also learn how to use various software applications, such as word processing programs, spreadsheets and accounting software.
Facts
Specializations at Gruner: Service & Administration
Duration: 3 years
Schooling: 1-2 days per week at the vocational school
ICT specialist
As an ICT specialist , you will work together with other ICT experts to ensure the smooth functioning of all IT systems. This apprenticeship has three main areas of focus, which will accompany you throughout the three years.
Installation and commissioning
You will install and configure printers, computers, tablets and smartphones in accordance with company guidelines, set up workstations, test them for functionality and learn how to identify and deal with faulty hardware. You will install software and configure operating systems according to customer requirements.
Networking
You will connect devices to the company network and learn how to identify malfunctions. You will protect devices from threats using security tools such as firewalls and antivirus programmes.
User support and administrative tasks
You will support users with problems with their devices or programmes at the helpdesk by telephone and on site, create user manuals and solution articles for more common problems, and escalate more complex cases to specialists. You advise users on the procurement of ICT devices and process orders. In the administrative area, you are responsible for creating accounts for new employees and deleting accounts for employees who leave Gruner.
Facts
Fields of study at Gruner: Services & Administration
Duration: 3 years
School education: 1-2 days per week at vocational school
Your opportunity at Gruner
Browse through our current apprenticeships and discover the career that suits you. If you are still unsure, we also offer trial apprenticeships so that you can get a first impression. We publish open apprenticeships and trial apprenticeships, as well as the requirements for them, on Yousty, Switzerland's largest vocational training portal. You can submit your application directly there – applications by e-mail will not be considered.
Take a look over the shoulders of our apprentices
Would you like to gain an insight into everyday life and apprenticeships at Gruner? Then take a look at our apprentices' Instagram channel and be inspired.
Testimonials from our apprentices: This is what your everyday life at Gruner looks like
In August 2022, I started my training as a draughtsman EFZ specialising in civil engineering. I particularly like the fact that I was given responsibility early on and can complete tasks independently. There is a strong team spirit at – we support each other, exchange ideas and work together to find solutions. These experiences help me to grow both professionally and personally and prepare me optimally for the future.
Joschua, apprentice draughtsman EFZ (specialising in civil engineering), Gruner Central Switzerland, Zug
Looking back on my second year as a commercial apprentice, I can see a profound change in myself. The apprenticeship has not only given me professional knowledge, but also skills that I have been able to quickly integrate into my private life. As someone who used to be afraid of change, I am now the one who inspires and changes others. Thanks to the opportunities I have been given, I am confident that I can build a promising career through my support for others and my training.
Helin, EFZ DA commercial apprentice, Gruner AG, Basel
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