NextGen
Graduate Trainee Program

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Welcome to NextGen

METTLER TOLEDO is a leading global supplier of precision instruments and services. We are recognized as an innovation leader and our solutions are critical in key R&D, quality control, and manufacturing processes for customers in a wide range of industries including life sciences, food, and chemicals. We operate throughout the world with a culture shaped by innovation and international flair.

We are committed to driving innovation through investment in the next generation. Shape your future by staying at the forefront of technology at METTLER TOLEDO!

How the Program Works

Progressing through the MOVE – International Leadership Program, you will participate in global projects and benefit from ongoing training and personalized coaching and mentoring from our senior leaders. Rotations will last approximately 12 to 18 months depending on your development and business needs.

Our Commitment
Your Talent

Are you seeking a successful entry into your career after completing your studies? Do you have a backpack full of theoretical knowledge and now want to gain practical experience? Then seize the opportunity to become part of our team!

What is the NextGen Graduate Trainee Program?

As a newly graduated student, you'll gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment that fosters extensive professional development to kickstart your career. Join a company committed to precision, sustainability, making a positive global impact. Let's shape the future together!

How the Program Works

Progressing through the MOVE – International Leadership Program, you will participate in global projects and benefit from ongoing training and personalized coaching and mentoring from our senior leaders. Rotations will last approximately 12 to 18 months depending on your development and business needs.
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Program Duration:
18 months

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Number of Rotations:
Three Business Units

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Employment Level:
Full-time (100%)

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Salary:
88,400 CHF

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Application Window (Yearly): March-April

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Start Date (Yearly):
October 1

What does the NextGen Graduate Trainee Program Offer you?

As a new graduate, you will gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment. We offer extensive professional development to kickstart your career. Join a company committed to precision, sustainability, and making a positive global impact. Let’s share the future together!

How the Program Works

Progressing through the MOVE – International Leadership Program, you will participate in global projects and benefit from ongoing training and personalized coaching and mentoring from our senior leaders. Rotations will last approximately 12 to 18 months depending on your development and business needs.
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Learning Opportunities

Acquire skills from multiple trades

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Variety

Multiple engaging work environments with three rotations over 18 months

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Key Projects

Impactful work gives you purpose

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Mentoring Program

Gain insight and improve yourself with the support of a senior manager

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Trainee Network

Get support from likeminded collegues

What do we expect from you?

We are looking for motivated, goal-oriented graduates who want to start their career in an engaging environment. Your areas of responsibility will be varied giving you a broad overview of the Company. The program will be individually tailored to you, depending on your studies and preferences. Over a period of 18 months, you can expand your knowledge and network in different departments. You will be supervised by the local management.

We have the following requirements for this position:
  • Master's degree in natural sciences, engineering, or business administration
  • Relevant experience through internships, student activities, etc.
  • Entrepreneurial thinking, technical flair, and the willingness to go the extra mile
  • Very good communication skills in German and English

What is the recruiting process?

Here are steps and timeline for applying to the NextGen Graduate Trainee Program.
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First Contact
January-April

• Participate in job fairs  
• Engage on LinkedIn  
• Explore opportunities at jobs.mt.com

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Application
April-May

• Submit application materials  
• Provide a letter of motivation

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Phone Interview
April-May

• Participate in a 20-minute interview with an HR representative

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Application Video
April-May

• Submit a 5-minute video answering questions from METTLER TOLEDO

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Assessment Day
May-June

• Join other applicants, HR, and METTLER TOLEDO employees for a gathering
• Deliver short presentations  
• Participate in a factory visit and networking lunch to learn more about the Company
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Start
October

• Begin the first six-month rotation  
• Participate in the senior leader mentoring program

Our Purpose
Your Drive

Are you a recent graduate ready to jumpstart your career? Look no further! As a global company, we welcome future leaders from all corners of the world to start their journey with us at METTLER TOLEDO.

Join our team and grow your skills in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Apply Now Out of Application Period

Which parts of METTLER TOLEDO will you get to know?

NextGen trainees gain experience in four different Business Units.
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Laboratory Weighing
(LabTec)

LabTec designs and produces our laboratory balance and instrument portfolio, including balances and high-end laboratory instruments. You will be involved in the following areas:
• R&D
• Marketing
• Product Management
• Production/Engineering
• Sales and Service Training
• Business Development

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Swiss Market Organization (MT-CH)

Our Swiss Market Organization serves the Swiss market with all METTLER TOLEDO products and services. You will be involved in the following areas:
• Sales
• Marketing
• Finance
• Customer Engineering
• Service

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Global Supply Chain Management (GSCM)

Our Global Supply Chain Management (GSCM) team is responsible for overseeing the procurement and distribution of our goods and instruments. Working in a Corporate Function will help you understand our business on a global scale. You will be involved in the following areas:
• Procurement Excellence
• Supplier Management
• Sourcing/Procurement Engineering
• Sustainable Purchasing
• Quality Control

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Analytical Instruments
(MTANA)

METTLER TOLEDO Analytical designs and produces laboratory bench instruments. The products reach from pH meters, titrators, UV-Vis up to automatic reactors. The following responsibilities will expect you:
• R&D
• Marketing
• Product Management
• Production/Engineering
• Sales and Service Training
• Business Development
• Procurement

What do current trainees say about the program?

Katja Herter
MSc in Health Science and Technology
Joining the Graduate Trainee-Program at METTLER TOLEDO in 2023 has been an incredibly rewarding experience. The program's structure allowed me to explore a variety of teams and fields, providing valuable insights and hands-on experience. I particularly appreciated the flexibility and the wealth of opportunities to take on meaningful responsibilities across different projects. The collaborative team environment fostered my growth and learning. Throughout my time, I gained substantial experience in product management, project management, procurement, and strategic decision-making in global supply chain management. This program has truly set a strong foundation for my professional development.
Remi Weber
PhD in Cancer Biology
In 2023, I joined the METTLER TOLEDO NextGen Graduate Trainee-Program and rapidly acquired insights into the company. I valued the unique opportunities to collaborate with diverse teams and gain hands-on experience:

Rotation 1: Laboratory Weighing (LabTec)
Here, I gained a deep understanding of product management for the Excellence Balance line. I worked on topics such as product launches, pricing strategies for the new balance line, marketing materials, and competition analysis.

Rotation 2: Swiss Market Organization (MT-CH)
At the Swiss market organization, I gained valuable insights into our customers. I planned a marketing campaign for the life sciences market, worked on optimizing the scheduling of our service technicians, and had the opportunity to practice my sales skills.

Rotation 3: Analytical (MTANA)
In my last rotation, I focused more on my life sciences background as a business developer. I worked on a project to restructure the life sciences product portfolio while simultaneously evaluating the feasibility of bringing a new sensor to market.

Where are our NextGen Graduate Trainee Program alumni today?

Jasmin Nüssli
Head of SPG Excellence Weighing
Master's Degree in Chemistry
My journey at METTLER TOLEDO started with the NextGen Graduate Trainee-Program, a great opportunity to explore various departments, from product management to sales. This experience deepened my understanding of the company and helped me build a valuable network. Now, five years later, I lead the Strategic Product Group Excellence Weighing, working with a fantastic team of product managers and software specialists in Switzerland and India. Our commitment to understanding and meeting customer needs is key to reinforcing our market leadership.
Laurent Salzgeber
Product Management Business Analyst, Service
Msc Chemistry and Business Studies
In the METTLER TOLEDO NextGen Graduate Trainee-Program, I had the opportunity to gain valuable experience in various business areas in a short period of time. Through exciting projects in product management, supply chain management, and production, I was able to adopt different perspectives and experience the diverse mindsets, working methods, and challenges of a global company firsthand. This trainee program not only enabled me to acquire technical and professional skills but also significantly enhanced my ability to think in a connected way — skills that benefit me every day in my work.

About Us

METTLER TOLEDO is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and food retailing solutions. As the world's premier provider of precision instruments and software, our products are pivotal in research, quality control, and manufacturing processes in life sciences, food, chemical, and many other industries.
Our diverse portfolio extends across a wide range of laboratory and analytical instruments, sensors, and automated chemistry systems critical in drug discovery and chemical development. In production and packaging, our advanced check-weighing, metal detection, and X-ray systems set industry standards. A leader in weighing and dimensioning solutions, we provide comprehensive automation capabilities for industrial applications globally.

Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries. For more information, please visit www.mt.com.

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