Rolex Mechanical Engineering Intern — Unidirectional Locking Bezel Design

Rolex is a privately held Swiss luxury watch manufacturer renowned for precision engineering, in-house production and iconic timepieces. As an employer, Rolex offers technically rigorous roles within vertically integrated workshops and design studios, providing opportunities to collaborate with experienced watchmakers and engineers on high-precision mechanisms.

1. Conceive and develop a robust rotating bezel locking solution to secure a defined bezel position.
2. Collect and formalize functional, mechanical and manufacturing requirements for the locking mechanism.
3. Conduct a state-of-the-art review of existing bezel locking systems and relevant technologies.
4. Generate, evaluate and select design concepts through ideation and feasibility assessment.
5. Develop selected concepts and produce functional prototypes for evaluation.
6. Execute proof-of-concept tests and performance evaluations within the internship timeframe (6 months).

1. Currently enrolled in a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Microtechnology, or an equivalent program.
2. Demonstrable competencies in mechanical design and numerical simulation.
3. Knowledge of manufacturing processes and micromechanical / watchmaking techniques.
4. Creative problem-solving mindset with the ability to work autonomously.
5. Proactive attitude and willingness to take initiative.
6. Availability for a six-month internship placement.

1. Mechanical design
2. Numerical simulation
3. Micromechanics
4. Manufacturing processes
5. Prototyping
6. Experimental testing
7. Creativity
8. Autonomy
9. Initiative

Academic and project experience in precision mechanical design and simulation; prior laboratory or workshop prototyping experience is advantageous but not mandatory.

Currently enrolled in a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Microtechnology, or equivalent.

Access to state-of-the-art equipment; motivating team environment; excellent working conditions and first-class social benefits.

Rolex emphasises meticulous craftsmanship, technical excellence and a culture of continuous improvement. Teams combine traditional watchmaking expertise with advanced engineering, offering structured mentorship and collaborative problem solving in a performance-driven environment.