Glashütte Original Toolmaker Apprentice

Glashütte Saxony Germany

Employment
Internship
Seniority
Intern
Posted
Nov 3, 2026

About Glashütte Original

Glashütte Original is a distinguished German watchmaker rooted in the historic horological town of Glashütte, Saxony, where precision engineering and artisanal refinement have defined its identity since the 19th century. As an employer, the Maison offers an environment shaped by craftsmanship, technical excellence, and a deep respect for heritage, while encouraging innovation in contemporary mechanical watchmaking. Its teams contribute to an integrated manufacture renowned for in-house movements, meticulous finishing, and timeless design. Employees join a culture of patience, rigor, and pride, where specialized expertise is cultivated and each role supports the preservation and advancement of German haute horlogerie.

Glashütte Original offers a dual-system apprenticeship as a Toolmaker, leading to an Industrial and Commercial Chamber qualification. After basic training at its watchmaking school, the apprentice learns production department processes and tool manufacturing; the programme includes intensive trainer support, a subsidized restaurant, a free Deutschlandticket and a monthly benefit voucher.

Role & Responsibilities

  • After completing basic training at the Glashütte Original watchmaking school, learn the processes in production departments and how tools are manufactured.

Qualifications

  • Passion for watches and their mechanics.
  • Good secondary school leaving certificate (Realschulabschluss) and strong mathematical ability.
  • Well-developed fine motor skills and manual dexterity, with a careful approach to work.
  • Practical aptitude, ability to work in a team, and perseverance.
  • Confident German language skills.

Skills

Mathematical ability Fine motor skills Manual dexterity Practical aptitude Teamwork Perseverance

Education

Good Realschulabschluss.

Workplace

This position is based in Glashütte, Saxony, Germany.

The setting Saxony

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Benefits

Intensive support from trainers; a pleasant, family-like atmosphere with shared activities; subsidized company restaurant; free Deutschlandticket; monthly benefit voucher; strong prospects of permanent employment after successfully passing the final examination.

Culture

Glashütte Original fosters a workplace culture rooted in German watchmaking precision, artisanal mastery, and a deep respect for the heritage of Saxon horology. As an employer, the brand offers an environment where technical excellence, meticulous craftsmanship, and long-term skill development are valued, encouraging employees to contribute to timepieces of exceptional quality and authenticity.

About Cerulean

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Glashütte Original

Glashütte Original Toolmaker Apprentice

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