- Location
- La Chaux-de-Fonds Neuchâtel Switzerland
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Engineering, Facilities & Maintenance
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
About Breitling
Founded in 1884 by Léon Breitling, Breitling is a Swiss watchmaker renowned for its precision chronographs and enduring ties to aviation. Headquartered in Grenchen, the brand combines a distinctive technical heritage with a contemporary approach to luxury, design and responsible business. As an employer, Breitling offers a professional environment spanning watchmaking, engineering, product development, marketing and international retail. Its global presence connects specialist expertise with diverse markets, while its identity remains rooted in Swiss craftsmanship and innovation. For professionals drawn to both mechanical excellence and brand transformation, Breitling represents an opportunity to contribute to the continuing evolution of an established watchmaking house.
Breitling seeks a motivated HSE Working Student to support the development and continuous improvement of its Health, Safety, and Environment management system across operations in La Chaux-de-Fonds (80%) and Grenchen (20%). This part-time temporary position, running through February 28, 2027, offers practical experience in safety inspections, risk assessments, corrective and preventive action follow-up, audit support, HSE documentation management, training coordination, and environmental sustainability initiatives. The role is ideally suited for current students or recent graduates in Facility Management, HSE, Environmental Management, or related disciplines seeking hands-on exposure to integrated health, safety, and environmental practices within a prestigious luxury timepiece manufacturer.
Role & Responsibilities
- Participate in the development and continuous improvement of the HSE management system
- Contribute to HSE projects and continuous improvement initiatives
- Conduct safety inspections and site walks across both locations
- Participate in risk analyses and hazard assessments
- Follow up on corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
- Support internal and external audits and regulatory authority requests
- Update and maintain HSE documentation, guidelines, and procedures
- Organize and support training sessions and awareness-raising activities
- Prepare analyses, presentations, and reports on HSE topics
- Participate in environmental and sustainability initiatives
- Support emergency preparedness planning and safety drills
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in or recently completed studies in Facility Management, HSE, Environmental Management, Occupational Safety, Building Services Engineering, or related field
- Strong interest in health, safety, and environmental management topics
- Fluency in French (essential); knowledge of English is desirable
- Willingness to travel regularly between La Chaux-de-Fonds and Grenchen
- Ability to work with protective equipment as required in workshop environments
Skills
Experience
Current student or recent graduate with practical interest in HSE field; no previous professional experience required. Candidates with any existing HSE-related internships, coursework projects, or volunteer experience are encouraged to highlight these in their application.
Education
Pursuing or completed studies in Facility Management, HSE, Environmental Management, Occupational Safety, Building Services Engineering, or related discipline.
Workplace
This position is based in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Neuchâtel, Switzerland, within easy reach of Neuchâtel.
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Benefits
Flexible working hours; hybrid work opportunity after onboarding period; access to modern workspaces in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Grenchen, and Zurich; personalized support and development; pathway to formal internship beginning March 2027; experience in a prestigious luxury company with international operations.
Culture
Breitling’s workplace culture draws on its Swiss watchmaking heritage and close ties to aviation, placing precision, technical expertise and a pioneering spirit at the heart of its professional environment. The brand brings together craftsmanship and contemporary design, offering a distinctive setting for professionals who value both tradition and innovation in luxury watchmaking.
About Cerulean
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