At the ETH Student Project House (SPH), we inspire and empower students to cultivate a maker-innovator mindset. We believe that by exploring their ideas and developing personal projects, students gain valuable hands-on experience and learn essential skills for their future. Our ecosystem encourages students—Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral—to ideate, build prototypes, and continuously test and refine their creations.
Our interdisciplinary team of 30 individuals supports students with the tools, knowledge, and guidance necessary to pursue their passions. Our well-equipped Makerspace offers access to a wide range of tools and equipment for prototyping. To help projects grow beyond the idea stage, we also provide co-working, ideation, and event spaces, along with personalized coaching.
In order to support ETH students engaged in digital projects, we are building a Digital Makerspace. This initiative aims to provide hardware, software, digital expertise, and a vibrant community of digital innovators. Many of our offerings are entirely digital, and we are dedicated to developing a variety of solutions to strengthen this space.
You will be working in one of the most inspiring spaces at ETH Zürich—surrounded by 3D printers, computers, whiteboards, ideation tools, and custom-designed furniture. We currently operate from two locations: a five-storey house near the ETH main building and one on the Hönggerberg campus. These open workspaces promote collaboration among student project teams, fostering a culture of exchange and creativity.
Our community is comprised of individuals from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, and we primarily communicate in English. We value the power of open source and are committed to giving back to the community whenever we can.
Below is a selection of projects you will be involved in:
To support our students and the team, we are seeking candidates who possess the following:
A Note: Research indicates that women and individuals from marginalized groups tend to apply only when they meet all criteria. If you believe you’re qualified but don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply online using the form below.
Become part of ETH Zurich, which not only supports your professional development but also actively contributes to positive societal change. You can expect numerous benefits, such as public transport season tickets, car sharing, a variety of sports offered by ASVZ, child care, and appealing pension benefits.
We offer a one-year contract with the possibility of extension, with funding guaranteed for a minimum of three years. We value personal growth through regular team feedback sessions, believing that the best solutions arise from collaboration.
Please record a maximum two-minute video introducing yourself and showcasing the coolest digital project you have realized (e.g., webpage, app, project). We're not looking for video production skills—just use your smartphone, be yourself, and don’t worry about editing. We want to meet the real you!
Upload the video on a platform of your choice (Dropbox, YouTube, Vimeo, Google Drive, etc.) and include the URL link in your cover letter.
We look forward to receiving your online application, which should include the following documents:
Questions regarding the position can be directed to Isabella Ilchmann at isabella.ilchmann@sph.ethz.ch.
Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
The application period will remain open until January 14, 2026, and may be extended at our discretion based on factors such as application volume and suitability.
Further information about the ETH Student Project House and our equipment can be found on our website or on Instagram.
Apply online using the form below.
Location : Zürich ETH-Zentrum
Country : Switzerland