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Take your next career step at ABB with a global team that is energizing the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future.

At ABB, we have the clear goal of driving diversity and inclusion across all dimensions: gender, LGBTQ+, abilities, ethnicity and generations. Together, we are embarking on a journey where each and every one of us, individually and collectively, welcomes and celebrates individual differences.

Are you ready for new adventures and motivated to experience real projects driving performance to new levels and supporting a more productive and sustainable future? Are you looking for a unique entry opportunity with an interesting role and a highly motivated team supported by open communication structures? Then our ABB Discovery Program is the right fit for you!

Based on a personal, practice-oriented introduction program, you will be given the opportunity to acquire the confidence needed to work independently as well as to be a constructive member of inclusive teams within your assigned area. With the aim to assist you in attaining your career goals, ABB provides a wealth of personalized development opportunities, with targeted training measures helping you to enhance your skills on a continuous basis. Constant exposure to various parts of ABB and individuals within the company provides the foundation for an accelerated career path.

Start date of the program is October 1, 2021. The position will be open for applications until May 12, 2021. All applicants will receive an application status update latest by the beginning of June 2021. The selection process is taking place in June with final decisions being taken end-June.

Your responsibilities

• Experience the operations of an international company firsthand during three different six months assignments over the course of 18 months.


• Discover your interests and different functions/roles through challenging and impactful assignments where you are fully integrated into the team.


• Profit from individually targeted possibilities for training and development, professional mentoring, exposure to executives, and support from the Discovery Program team


• Actively contribute to diverse social events and team activities and use the chance to establish a broad (global) network within ABB.


• Develop your strengths with the help of regular feedback on your performance and clearly established performance objectives.


• Be part of the local and global ABB Discovery trainee community!


• Typical assignments include sales, project management, operations, lean manufacturing, supply chain, service, R&D and many more.

Your background

• Graduates (Master) from university or applied science university in electrical engineering


• Completed university studies before the start date October 1, 2021


• Maximum three years of professional work experience by the start date October 1, 2021


• Excellent knowledge of English; fluency or proficiency in other languages is a plus


• Authorization to work in Switzerland is required (at least B work permit)


• Beyond these requirements and preferences, we strongly value other skills including:


• Analytical and target-oriented thinking and acting


• Determined and solution-focused personality


• Inquisitive, open-minded, and communicative team player with excellent ability to collaborate


• Strong self-initiative and self-awareness


• Highly adaptable and flexible to different styles, situations, and cultures


• Innovative and creative mindset