Career choice3 minCareer choice: What makes me tick?The better you know yourself, the easier it is to find a suitable job. However, it is not always easy for young people to assess themselves realistically.
Career choice6 min«Human labour will always be needed»Economist Stefan Leist on the consequences of artificial intelligence (AI) for the labour market, the shortage of skilled workers and what he advises young apprenticeship seekers.
Career choice1 min«I am interested in the human psyche»Jonas Zollinger knew early on what profession he wanted to learn. After the taster apprenticeship, he was unsure. Now he has found his dream job.
Career choice10 minCareer choice is a team sportMost young people make a big decision themselves for the first time when choosing a career. They are supported by their parents, school and careers counsellor.
Career choice1 min«I want to become a doctor»Nyat Demoz, 18, from Zurich came to Switzerland from Eritrea four years ago. She is in her second year of training as an EFZ healthcare specialist. She is working hard for her dream.
Career choice8 minLaura's battle for the title of Swiss Carpentry ChampionLaura Leimgruber competed for the title of Swiss carpentry champion at SwissSkills in Bern. Her sporting past and a year and a half of preparation for the competition helped her to reconcile speed and precision for four days.
Career choice4 min«Where professional virtuosos fight for medals»Who is the best boat builder in Switzerland, the best farrier, the best chef? Over 1000 young professionals will be competing for titles and medals at the Swiss Skills Championships in Bern. Swiss Skills is being held for the third time.
Career choice5 minThe job interview - how to cut a good figureIt's the last stage on the way to an apprenticeship - and perhaps the most difficult: the job interview. The best tips at a glance.
Career choice3 min«As an au pair, I learnt to take responsibility»Arthur Pasquier, 16, from Bern, wanted to develop both academically and as a person. That's why he spent a tenth school year as an au pair in Ticino.
Career choice3 min«Helping people is a unique feeling»Lukas Günther, 21, from Lohn-Ammansegg SO, has completed his apprenticeship as an EFZ healthcare specialist and is now attending a higher technical college to become a nursing specialist. He then wants to train as a paramedic.
Career choice5 minA good application is not yet a successful oneWritten application documents are often like two peas in a pod. HR managers are nevertheless able to filter out differences.
Career choice6 min«Young people want their concerns to be taken seriously»Careers counsellor Chantal Kronenberg accompanies young people step by step in their choice of career and training. In doing so, she favours openness and appreciation.
Career choice3 min«I like to work with precision down to a tenth of a millimetre»Laura Leimgruber, 19, from Fahrwangen AG, is studying to become a carpenter with a vocational baccalaureate. She is competing for the title of Swiss champion at Swiss Skills.
Career choice3 min«I gave it my all, wanted to show how motivated I am»Noël Stoffel, 17, from Unterterzen SG, not only found his dream job in his taster apprenticeship as a bicycle mechanic, but also his training company.
Career choice6 minTaster apprenticeship: a noseful of working airA taster apprenticeship is a wonderful opportunity to experience a profession, try it out and feel the atmosphere in the company. It is the ultimate reality check for young apprenticeship seekers.
Career choice3 min«I love installing entertainment devices for customers»Frances Vu-To, 17, from Ruswil LU, discovered her dream job in her tenth year at school. As a multimedia electronics technician, she installs televisions, home cinemas, smartphones and more.
Career choice3 min«Chemistry shows things we can't see»Jessica Kurmann, 20, from Mosen LU, didn't want to go to university straight after her A-levels. Thanks to her apprenticeship as an EFZ laboratory technician specialising in chemistry, she can now spend a year working in the USA.
Career choice3 min«I want to become a well master»Oliver Ambauen, 18, from Giswil OW, is in the 2nd year of his apprenticeship as an EBA plumbing technician. He then wants to complete the EFZ qualification.
Career choice3 min«I knew for a long time that I wanted to work with children»Simone Knecht, 16, from Hütten ZH, is already doing an internship as a childcare specialist during her last semester at school. She has now signed her apprenticeship contract.
Podcasts2 minWhat do I want to be: Episode 10In episode 10, careers counsellor Nicole Fiechter explains when it makes sense to drop out of an apprenticeship and when perseverance is required.
Podcasts2 minWhat do I want to be: Episode 1In episode 1, Riana talks about her first steps in choosing a career.
Career choice3 min«I was part of the team»Felina Huber, 17, from Küttigen AG, went to Ireland for a language study trip. During the social year that followed, she found out where she wanted to do her apprenticeship.
Career choice3 min«I'm interested in the medical background»Lucas Renold, 18, from Mettmenstetten ZH, will soon be completing his apprenticeship as a veterinary practice assistant (TPA) - but he has never had a pet himself.
Career choice3 min«I can help design rooms with electrical installations»Matteo Langenegger, 17, from Rickenbach SZ, is in his second year of training as an electrical planner EFZ. He often works on the computer, but is also regularly on construction sites
