IWC People Development Intern
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IWC — People Development Intern in Schaffhausen. Support learning programmes, training operations and HR reporting at the Swiss luxury watchmaker.
Overview
IWC is a Swiss luxury watch manufacturer renowned for technical precision, artisanal craftsmanship and enduring design. As part of the Richemont group, the brand combines haute horlogerie heritage with global retail and manufacturing operations and invests in developing specialised talent across functions.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the design, coordination and delivery of learning and development programmes across functions and locations.
- Assist with administration and maintenance of the learning management system (LMS) and training records.
- Coordinate logistics for training events, workshops and internal mobility initiatives (scheduling, venue, materials).
- Prepare participant communications, training materials and executive summaries using PowerPoint and Excel.
- Compile and analyse HR learning data to produce regular reports and highlight trends for People Development stakeholders.
- Collaborate with HR Business Partners and external vendors to ensure smooth execution of development activities.
- Manage confidential documentation and contribute to continuous-improvement projects within People Development.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Bachelor's or Master's programme in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or a related field.
- Strong organisational aptitude with proven ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; professional presentation and stakeholder-facing demeanor.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; comfort working with data and preparing executive reports.
- Discretion and respect for confidentiality when handling HR information.
- Interest in the luxury goods or watchmaking industry; curiosity for talent development best practices.
- German language skills advantageous for a Schaffhausen-based role; fluent English expected.
Skills
Experience
No prior professional experience required; previous internships, university projects or part-time work in HR, learning & development, or people-related projects are advantageous.
Education
Enrolment in or recent completion of a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology or a related discipline.
Workplace
The role is situated in Schaffhausen, Schaffhausen, Switzerland — conveniently close to Zurich. Across Switzerland, Cerulean lists 704 open roles — 7 of them newly added.
Culture
IWC blends Swiss precision engineering and artisanal craft with a global luxury mindset, fostering a culture of excellence, attention to detail and continuous learning. The workplace values collaborative problem-solving and developing internal talent to sustain long-term craftsmanship and innovation.
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.
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