Syngenta Crop Protection
Monthey
Chemical Laboratory Technician Apprenticeship CFC, School Model
- 03 September 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Monthey
Job summary
Looking for an apprenticeship with a real impact? Join Syngenta!
Tasks
- Plan and prepare experiments and work processes in the lab.
- Conduct experiments and laboratory work for innovative solutions.
- Organize the lab and develop methods and processes.
Skills
- Precision, methodical approach, and a knack for math and science.
- Strong scientific rigor and concentration skills required.
- Persistence and attention to detail are essential.
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About the job
Company Description
Are you looking for an apprenticeship that allows you to make a real impact?
Join a team working on one of the world’s greatest challenges: helping to feed the planet while protecting our environment.
Syngenta Crop Protection is based in Switzerland and has teams worldwide. Through science and technology, we develop crop protection solutions that help farmers produce stronger, healthier harvests, even under difficult conditions.
Whether you are interested in commerce, technology, science, or operational activities, you will have the opportunity to learn from our teams, develop your talents from day one, and contribute to tangible advances for farmers around the world. It’s much more than the start of an apprenticeship — it’s the start of your future.
Your well-being also matters. Syngenta is certified as a " Friendly Work Space " and recognised by Health Promotion Switzerland for its commitment to a healthy and positive work environment where everyone can thrive.
Job Description
For our production site in Monthey, we are looking for chemical laboratory technician apprentices, school model!
During the first 3 semesters, the training will take place full-time at the Intercantonal Professional School of Chemistry (EPIC) in Monthey.
In the last 3 semesters, the apprentice will work in the company, within different groups, to develop their knowledge and participate in the development of innovative processes in analytical, environmental, and synthetic chemistry.
More specifically:
- Plan and prepare tests and work processes
- Carry out tests and work processes in the laboratory
- Process data
- Adapt and develop methods, processes, and products
- Organise the laboratory
Learn more about the profession via our website .
Qualifications
- Precision and thoroughness
- Aptitude for mathematics and sciences
- Methodical mindset
- Scientific rigour
- Ability to concentrate
- Perseverance
Additional Information
Syngenta Monthey trains around fifty apprentices in seven different professions. As a forward-looking training company, and certified Top Training Company , it offers you the opportunity to benefit from solid professional training. After the apprenticeship, this training opens up interesting prospects for development both professionally and personally. Discover the activities, history, and challenges of the Monthey site via this video .
Benefits offered to our apprentices:
- Contribution to school fees
- Laptop throughout the training
- Language stay at one of our many sites, with financial support from Movetia
- Half-price Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) subscription
- Contribution to fitness subscription
- Syngenta Campus: Company restaurant, free parking, on-site doctor
Are you interested? Then apply online, attaching your complete application: cover letter, CV, copies of the last three school reports and, if available: internship reports, work certificates, and diplomas.