Traineeship «Digital Built Environment» (m/f/d)

About the job

Traineeship «Digital Built Environment» (m/f/d)

Become part of the Vice Presidency for Infrastructure (VPIN) and help us shape the Digital Twin of ETH Zurich.

In the Infrastructure division of ETH Zurich, we actively shape change. With our programme Digital Twin – building bridges to the future – we create the foundations for a data-driven, sustainable and future-proof campus.

For this transformation, we are looking for curious young talents with a strong interest in digitalisation, data and models in the built environment.

Our traineeship programme offers you the opportunity to get to know the entire value chain of our infrastructure organisation and at the same time actively contribute to the development of the Digital Twin of ETH Zurich.

Project Background

The Traineeship Programme

During the 18-month traineeship, you will be part of the Digital Twin programme within the Engineering & Systems department of ETH Zurich. You will work on innovative digitalisation projects and gain insights into various areas along the lifecycle of buildings and infrastructure.

Together with experts from portfolio development and construction project management, building automation and building technology, as well as facility services and maintenance, you will develop model- and data-based solutions for the planning, construction and operation of our infrastructure portfolio. You will actively participate in the implementation of new use cases, further develop data-based solutions prototypically, and contribute to technical concepts as well as technology and architecture decisions.

Our goal is to specifically develop you into a specialist at the interface of construction, infrastructure, data and digitalisation and to jointly build a long-term perspective within VPIN.

Key Data:

• Duration: 18 months
• Workload: 80-100%
• Workplace: Zurich
• Start: 01.11.2026 or by arrangement

Job Description

• Participation in the development and further advancement of the Digital Twin of ETH Zurich
• Processing, analysing and visualising building, infrastructure and operational data to generate data-based decision-making foundations
• Assisting with data integration as well as the further development of information models and digital platforms
• Development and prototypical implementation of data-based use cases for planning, construction and operation
• Participation in digital solutions for sustainable campus operation and future-proof infrastructure development

Profile

• You have recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in architecture, civil engineering, geomatics, digital construction, construction informatics, facility management, infrastructure management or a comparable field and are interested in the digital transformation of the built environment
• You bring initial experience with model- and data-based working methods
• You work independently, think in networks and have very good German as well as good English skills
• You are curious and open, enjoy working in a team and appreciate interdisciplinary exchange

We Offer

• Participation in one of the largest strategic digitalisation programmes at ETH Zurich
• A unique learning environment along the entire lifecycle of planning, construction, portfolio development and operation
• Targeted insights into various areas of the infrastructure organisation
• Hands-on experience in the development and implementation of innovative data-based solutions
• Individual support from experienced specialists and managers
• A cross-departmental network within ETH Zurich
• Professional and personal development through targeted internal training offers
• Modern workplaces in Zurich-Oerlikon, flexible working arrangements and attractive employment conditions at ETH Zurich

Further information about ETH Zurich as an employer can be found at: Working, Teaching and Researching at ETH Zurich

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 website on equal opportunities and diversity , 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.

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

• Curriculum vitae
• Certificates
• Work and internship references

Please apply exclusively via the online application portal. There you will also have the opportunity to briefly explain your motivation for the traineeship programme. Applications by e-mail or post cannot be considered.

For enquiries, please contact Marius Hamann, HR Partner, marius.hamann@vppl.ethz.ch or Nina Indina, Head of Programme DT, nina-indina@ethz.ch (no application documents), who will be happy to assist you.

We do not accept dossiers from recruitment agencies for this advertisement.

About ETH Zurich

ETH Zurich is one of the best technical and natural science universities in the world. We are known for our excellent teaching, pioneering fundamental 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.