vocational training
WorldSkills success highlights the strengths of Switzerland’s vocational system
Switzerland’s vocational team finished third at WorldSkills and was the best-performing European delegation.
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apprenticeships
Swiss apprenticeships remain strong as skilled-labour demand grows
Around 76,000 apprenticeship contracts have been signed for 2026, keeping vocational education at the centre of Switzerland’s transition from school to work.
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education
Swiss school performance shows warning signs despite strong results
Swiss pupils continue to outperform the OECD average overall, but recent results point to deterioration in some basic skills.
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remote work
Why remote work is becoming a requirement for many Swiss jobseekers
Remote work has become a significant factor in Swiss recruitment, with nearly one in seven job adverts reportedly offering a home-office option.
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employment
Why graduate unemployment is rising in Switzerland despite job growth
Graduate unemployment has risen sharply among recent holders of Swiss university and applied-sciences degrees. This timely labour-market analysis should examine which fields and qualification levels are most affected, how the trend contrasts with the broader employment picture and what it means for young professionals.
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employment
Large differences in internship pay are creating sharply unequal entry routes into Switzerland’s job market. Some company interns receive several thousand francs a month and extensive benefits, while others at non-governmental organisations work without pay or allowances.
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