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ETH Zurich Placements: Job Opportunities, Placement rate, Packages

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The ETH placement rate stands around 97.2% according to Econstor's Alumni Survey. The ETH average monthly salary is 9,009 CHF or 20LPA. Also the ETH Zurich average salary range for graduates is around 100k-124k CHF (INR 1.1 Cr - 1.4 Cr) for MUS MTEC graduates up until one year after studies. Five years after the studies, the salary range for 50% of the graduates was 125k - 149k CHF or INR 1.4 Cr - 1.6 Cr. The university was rated 4 on a scale of 5 on Shiksha Reviews. Check the details for ETH Zurich employment rate below-

(1 CHF= INR 113)

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ETH Zurich placement rate stands around 97.2%
ETH average monthly salary is 9,009 CHF or 20LPA
ETH average salary range for MUS MTEC graduates is 100k-124k CHF (INR 1.1 Cr - 1.4 Cr)
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  • ETH Zurich Placements
  • ETH Zurich Placement report 2026
  • ETH Zurich Average Salary
  • ETH Zurich Student Reviews

ETH Zurich Placements

The ETH Zurich is a Swedish based public university in Zurich. When it comes to the ETH Zurich University courses, there are several bachelor's and master's programs in fields like Architecture & Civil Engineering Management & Social Sciences, and Engineering Sciences. Moreover, in 2020, it was ranked no. 1 in Europe and no. 17 worldwide for Graduate Employability by QS. In 2022, it ranked #22 for QS Graduate Employability Rankings.

The university houses about 26,200 students on the ETH Zurich campus grounds, and according to Shiksha Reviews, it has been rated 3.3 for Internships, 4.2 for Part-time work, as well as 3.3 for Post-study jobs, on a scale of 5. Check the details on ETH Zurich University's placement rate below:

  • Overall Placement Rate- 97.2%
  • Average Salary- 9009 CHF monthly or INR 20LPA

MAS MTEC average salary-

  • Beginning of studies: Around 95k-115k CHF (INR 1 Cr-1.3 Cr)
  • End of studies: Around 100k-124k CHF (INR 1.1 Cr-1.3 Cr)
  • One year after studies: 115k-130k CHF (INR 1.3 Cr-1.4 Cr)
  • Five years after studies: 125k-149k CHF (INR 1.4 Cr-1.6k)

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₹ 20.39 LPA
Average Salary
97.2%
Placement Percentage
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Q:   How to apply for a work permit to work in Switzerland while studying?
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Third countries students mus submit applications as well as certain documents to complete the process for workers from third countries including a copy of the passport, CV and proof of an unsuccessful search for candidate in Switzerland and EU/EFTA. Professional as well as integration criteria are taken into consideration. A work permit can only be applied for by employer.

Q:   Are ETH Zurich placements good?
A: 

Yes out of 2657 students who responded to alumni survey of the ETH ZUrich 97.2% reported that they are working full time. 4.6% reported that they arent working currently but they were employed for past 3 years. Only 2.7% reported they have been unemployed for past 3 years/not in a job role currently either.

Q:   Where do ETH Zurich graduates work after studies?
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According to alumni survey of ETH 88.4% graduates reported  working in Switzerland while 6.3% reported that they are employed in Germany and 0.7% are employed in Austria. About 4.4% have their work location in Other countries

ETH Zurich
Placement report 2026

ParticularsStatistics (2025)
Placement Percentage
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97.2%
Average Salary
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₹ 20.39 L
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ETH Zurich Average Salary

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Q:   What is the highest paying role after graduation from ETH Zurich?
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The highest paying job role after ETH Zurich stood to be Head of Department with a salary of about 13,000 CHF followed by Manager, Sales Specialist, Product Manager and Financial/Risk Manager and IT Engineer

Q:   What is the distribution of job roles based on type of ETH Zurich degree?
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Bachelor's students of ETH Zurich reported being mostly employed in a role other than employee or leadership/management. 71.2% of master's students reported being employed as an employee while 25.1% reported being in a management or leadership role. 61.1% of MAS, DAS or CASA students, 58.1% of Diploma and 62.4% of PhD students also reported being employed as an employee majorly

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Students Ratings & Reviews

4/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 50% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Academically oriented
Stressful
Multi-dimensional
Friendly
Internships3.3
Part time work4.2
Post study jobs3.3
Quality of faculty5
Student Life3.8
Value for money4.7
Public transportation5
Safety5
Indian Food3
Permanent Immigration2.7
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Master in Science, Technology and Policy (MSc ETH STP) - Batch of 2027
4.5
Good facilities and value for money.
Tips: There will be a huge cultural shift compared to India in terms of lifestyle, food, community, etc., but it is adaptable. The university is one of the best in the world, with great infrastructure and facilities, but with that, you have to be prepared for the workload you will get.
Likes (Value for money): Tuition fees are significantly lower compared to other universities worldwide. The tuition fees are less than even a few indian private universities, and the facilities you get from those fees are really worth the money. The fees include access to all sports facilities, where you can participate in 100+ sports activities for free.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Indian food is costly. I prefer to cook by myself most of the time. There are a lot of Indian restaurants, but you won't get authentic food there; everything is adapted to European style. However, there are a few restaurants that serve good, authentic food, but they are really expensive, and as a student, eating outside regularly is not very feasible.
Total Monthly ExpenseCHF 1400
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryCHF 80200
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025Read more
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AnonymousVerified Icon
Master in Robotics, Systems and Control - Batch of 2024
4.3
ETH is an excellent university
Tips: This university is quite academically rigorous, and one should not join if they are only interested in application and not much in theory. Studying here, I have developed my theoretical as well as practical skills quite a lot. The courses are quite up-to-date and not easy. Overall the quality of education is very high.
Likes (Safety): There is no concern of safety in the city at any time/place. One can go and travel anywhere anytime without worrying. Public transport works quite well which adds to the sense of security. I would travel at midnight with integrity without any concern for safety.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Limited visas and preference of EU/EFTA nationals over non-EU. Jobs are available but they need to show that it's not easy to find a suitable person so that they can justify hiring a non-EU person. Other than that, it's also less friendly to English-speaking people but you can learn the language over time, it's not urgent.
Total Monthly ExpenseCHF 1000
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryCHF
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2024Read more
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AnonymousVerified Icon
Master in Computer Science - Batch of 2023
4.1
ETH Zurich: The best university in continental Europe
Tips: Academically demanding. And stringent grading. Scholarship opportunities like ESOP/ETHD exist. Great public transportation in Zurich. TA-ship available as well. Great weather. Hiking spots are available in the city. Amazing options at ASVZ for exercising, yoga, etc.. Expensive city.
Likes (Value for money): The tuition fee is justified. The education provided is rigorous, with an exceptional faculty renowned for their expertise. The quality of teaching is generally good. The university ranks among the top 10 universities worldwide, attracting exceptional students as well.
Dislikes (Student Life): Student life here is mostly studying. Can be quite hectic. All holidays throughout the year are spent preparing for exams. Student club information is given once reached; most are handled by bachelors students, but master's students are also welcome. Not very aware of the events although I know ETH does organize them.
Total Monthly ExpenseCHF 1500
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryCHF
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2024Read more
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AnonymousVerified Icon
Msc in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology - Batch of 2021
3.8
Best University in subcontinental Europe
Tips: I think job opportunities are an important factor students should keep in mind. Switzerland is a nice place to study, especially if you like hiking. There are a bunch of scholarships but they are hard to obtain. You do get plenty of research or teaching assistant roles and they can easily find your studies. The courses are tough but they are also one of the best.
Likes (Public transportation): The campus is scattered but the public transport is punctual and one of the best in the world. There are trams, buses and trains which connect most of the city and thus the door to door time does not exceed 50 minds. Additionally, the transports are quite regular. The transport is quite affordable compared to the rest of the country. Additional discounts are provided to people under 25 years old.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): It is difficult for non-EU students since the rules regulate that jobs be given to Swiss citizens, then EU citizens. Thereby it is generally hard for employers to get you employed even if they want. Having an ETH degree makes the process a bit easier and obviously, it depends on the job market situation.
Total Monthly ExpenseCHF 1200
Prepping time for classes41 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryCHF 60000
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2024Read more
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Prasanth Bendalam Verified Icon
Master of Science in Agricultural Sciences - Batch of 2027
3.9
ETH is the 7th best university in the world according to QS rankings.
Tips: I studied in Germany before. So the transition was not challenging for me. Of course, there is a cultural shift if you are coming from India. But one will get used to it after a few weeks. As ETH is a friendly campus, adapting to the surroundings is not so difficult, especially if you make some good friends. Every PhD student receives a salary from their institute of approximately 4700 CHF/month. I am very satisfied with the university, course and country.
Likes (Safety): In general, Switzerland is a very safe country for anyone to live. As ETH promotes inclusivity, diversity, and gender equality, safety is a common/regular thing on the campus. Zurich is also a very international city with a lot of activities going on throughout the year. So you will definitely enjoy it.
Dislikes (Internships): As ETH is a university, it doesn't really offer a lot of internships. Instead, ETH students are encouraged to apply for internships across different academic and research institutes. The available internships are relevant to the field of study.
Total Monthly ExpenseCHF 1475
Prepping time for classes50 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryCHF 51650
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025Read more
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PARTHA SARATHI PURKAYASTHA Verified Icon
Master in Computer Science - Batch of 2027
3.4
Demanding but highly rewarding.
Tips: Be prepared for a very demanding academic environment that requires a very high degree of discipline and independent work, something I learnt the hard way. But nothing to worry about as you soon get used to it. I experienced a huge cultural shift in terms of punctuality, privacy and strict adherence to rules. Also the idea of a trust based society was definitely new to me. Although there are scholarship programmes like ESOP, they are highly competitive and merit based, so I wasn't able to secure any.
Likes (Quality of faculty): All the members of the faculty are very helpful and reachable using email. Moreover, the Teaching Assistants (TAs) for each course are quite amazing, who make sure your queries reach the Professor and are addressed according. The University strongly tries to industry means what they teach is very relevant to real-world applications and real time developments are often discussed in the class. The faculty is internationally diverse, bringing a global perspective to each class as well.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): The C permit for permanent residence has a lot of requirements including 10 years of continuous legal residence in Switzerland. Students need a work permit after graduation to stay and that is quite competitive, depending on securing a long term position with an employer willing to navigate the complex work permit process as well. I have always wanted to come back home and apply whatever I have learnt here to help overall betterment, so I would not want to permanently immigrate here.
Total Monthly ExpenseCHF 2025
Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryCHF 80725
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025Read more
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How many alumni does ETH Zurich have?

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ETH Zurich vast alumni network include more than 35,000 members all over the world. ETH Zurich alumni network include innovators, industry leaders, mentors, and more.

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Who are the top employers at ETH Zurich?

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ETH Zurich offer high placement rate all over the world. ETH Zurich graduates are in high demand worldwide. Some top employers at ETH Zurich are listed below:

  • UBS
  • Google
  • University of Zurich
  • Roche
  • ETH Zurich
  • Google
  • Swiss Armed Forces

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In which sectors ETH Zurich graduates work?

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ETH Zurich is one of the most prominent universities in Switzerland. ETH Zurich graduates work for leading companies such as UBS, Google, Swiss Armed Forces, EPFL, ABB, IBM, etc. ETH Zurich graduates work for leading sectors that are listed below:

  • Business Development
  • Engineering
  • Education
  • Research
  • Opera

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Pallavi Sharma

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Which are the most popular job sectors at ETH Zurich?

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ETh Zurich has offered a range of job opportunities and internships to graduate students in some of the top companies and industries after their course duration. Some of the popular alumni job sectors at ETH Zurich are given as follows:

  • Business Development 
  • Research 
  • Engineering 
  • Operations
  • Education
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Tasneem Hoda

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How to get a part-time job while studying in Eth Zurich?

Answered 2 years ago

While attending ETH Zurich or studying in Switzerland in general, taking a part-time job can be a fantastic way to obtain work experience, make extra money, and support your education. You can use the following procedures to find a part-time job:

1. Understand Work Requirements for International Stud

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