Apprenticeship – precision optician (m/f/x), start summer 2025

Trust something new, grow beyond itself and redefine the boundaries of the feasible. That is exactly what our employees can and should live daily. To make a sign with our innovations and to enable great. Because there are a lot of fascinating people behind every successful company.

In an open and modern environment with numerous development and further training opportunities, ZEISS employees work in a culture characterised by expert knowledge and team spirit. All this is supported by the special ownership structure and the long-term goal of the Carl-Zeiss Foundation: to advance science and society together

Today dare. Inspire tomorrow.

Diversity is part of ZEISS. We look forward to your application regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, world view, disability, age as well as sexual orientation and identity.

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Lenses, prisms, mirrors – with handcrafted skill Edit components for example binoculars, microscopes and medical devices

Measuring, testing and manual and mechanical production of optical parts and components for high-performance optical systems such as semiconductor production for chip technology or medical technology

Mounting and adjusting high-quality optical instruments composed of mechanical, mechatronic and optical components

Programming, controlling and monitoring of CNC-controlled manufacturing systems and robots

Set up, programming and operating digital and classical measuring devices for processing optical components

Acquire extensive knowledge of the latest technologies

a very good main, real or higher education

Interest in mathematics, physics and modern technologies

Interest in digital processes and a pronounced craftsmanship

spatial and analytical thinking and joy in precise work

a high level of commitment and self-motivation

good team, communication and problem solving skills

Further information: duration of training: 3 1⁄2 years with start in summer 2025 (with good performance a shortening to 3 years is possible)

Place of work: Wetzlar

Training allowance according to the ERA tariff of the IG Metall Hessen

Apply now online with your complete application documents. These include a cover letter, a CV and current certificates.

You have questions? Then check our FAQs or register at any time by e-mail at training-wetzlar@zeiss.com or by phone at +49 3641 64 1661. JOBV1_EN