Sika is gearing up for the next edition of its International Traineeship Program 2026!
This exciting journey lasts 12 months, starting in Switzerland—primarily at our hub in Widen.

We are offering a unique opportunity to launch your commercial career through a structured international traineeship within our Industrial Sector. This role is designed for ambitious early-career professionals who want to develop into a Key Account Manager in the Industrial marketplace.

You will begin with a 12‑month traineeship in Switzerland, gaining hands-on exposure to our products, systems, processes and culture, while working closely with experienced sales, technical and market specialists. Following successful completion of the programme, you will relocate to the UK or Ireland into a full-time, permanent Key Account Manager, with responsibility for managing and developing key customer accounts.

During the 12-month programme, you will build a strong foundation across sales, technology and market understanding, including:

After successful completion of the traineeship, you will relocate to the UK or Ireland and take on a Key Account Manager – Industry role, where you will:

We look forward to your direct online application. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at schotte.stefan@ch.sika.com

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. Approximately 33,000 employees generated CHF 11.20 billion in sales in 2025.