- Location
- Panoramastraße 55 (View map)75217 BirkenfeldGermany
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
About Chopard
Founded in 1860 and guided today by the Scheufele family, Chopard is an independent Swiss Maison renowned for its high jewellery, watchmaking excellence, and distinctive sense of joyful elegance. As an employer, the Maison offers a refined environment where heritage craftsmanship, innovation, and responsible luxury meet. Teams are invited to contribute to exceptional creations, from Geneva workshops to international boutiques, while upholding exacting standards of quality, service, and ethics. Chopard’s commitment to sustainable luxury, including its pioneering use of ethical gold, reflects a culture of purpose, transmission, and excellence for professionals seeking to build a meaningful career in luxury.
Chopard is recruiting a CNC Machinist Apprentice in Birkenfeld, starting September 1, 2027. The 3.5-year apprenticeship includes a 35-hour work week and vocational school at Berufliche Schule Mühlacker, with training in machining precious-metal components, CNC programming, quality inspection and machine maintenance.
Role & Responsibilities
- Manufacture precision components from precious metals, including rings, fine watch cases and elegant pendants.
- Develop and modify CNC machine programs and set up turning, milling and grinding machines.
- Inspect the dimensions and surface quality of workpieces.
- Diagnose and resolve machine faults.
- Carry out regular maintenance and inspection tasks to ensure the longevity of the machines.
Qualifications
- Successfully completed lower secondary school (Hauptschulabschluss).
- Manual dexterity, technical understanding and spatial awareness.
- Enthusiasm for technology and innovative solutions.
- A quality-conscious and responsible approach to work.
Skills
Education
Successfully completed lower secondary school (Hauptschulabschluss).
Workplace
This position is based in Birkenfeld, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, within easy reach of Pforzheim.
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Benefits
Above-average and attractive compensation; numerous social benefits, including an on-site restaurant, company events and outings.
Culture
Chopard fosters a family-owned, human-centered culture where exceptional craftsmanship, creativity, and long-term commitment are deeply valued. As an employer, the Maison offers a refined and collaborative environment that encourages excellence, responsibility, and innovation, with a distinctive emphasis on ethical luxury and sustainable practices.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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