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Sep 21, 2026

About IWC

IWC Schaffhausen is a Swiss luxury watch manufacturer and member of the Richemont group. The brand combines precision engineering with refined craftsmanship and operates within an international luxury ecosystem where supply‑chain integrity, regulatory compliance and attention to detail are paramount.

IWC Schaffhausen seeks a Public Relations Intern for its Global PR Team at headquarters, commencing November 2026 for a 6-month duration. The intern will provide hands-on support across the full spectrum of PR operations, including campaign planning, media relations, analytics, and administrative coordination, contributing directly to the enhancement of the brand's global awareness and positioning within the luxury watchmaking sector.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Assist in planning, organizing, and executing PR projects and campaigns
  • Conduct PR analytics, monitor campaign performance, and evaluate PR activities
  • Edit and respond to national and international media inquiries in coordination with regional markets
  • Support preparation of PR reports and PowerPoint presentations
  • Manage administrative tasks including SAP operations, invoicing, press page updates, media coverage compilation, logistics coordination, and event organization

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in communications, journalism, or equivalent discipline
  • Strong analytical mindset with demonstrated capability in data analysis and interpretation
  • Fluency in English; German and French proficiency advantageous
  • First professional experience in PR, preferably within luxury goods, fashion, advertising, or agency environments (advantageous)
  • Proficiency in MS Office suite

Skills

PR campaign planning and execution Media relations and inquiry management Data analysis and interpretation PR analytics and reporting MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) SAP Project organization and coordination Written and verbal communication Event coordination

Experience

First professional experience in public relations or communications preferred, particularly within luxury goods, fashion, or advertising sectors.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in communications, journalism, or comparable discipline.

Workplace

The successful candidate will be located in Schaffhausen, Schaffhausen, Switzerland.

Benefits

Daily food and beverage allowance of CHF 7 redeemable at in-house restaurant and selected Schaffhausen venues; annual health insurance contribution of CHF 2,340 for full-time contracts; 25 days annual vacation (30 days from age 50) plus 5 bridge compensation days; special conditions on selected IWC and Richemont products; health and wellness initiatives including financial support for external childcare; access to IWC Sport Club (established 1972); attractive riverside workplace in Schaffhausen; internal social events.

Culture

IWC fosters a precision‑driven, craftsmanship‑led culture where technical excellence and regulatory rigour are valued. The workplace emphasizes cross‑functional collaboration, international exposure and continuous improvement within a heritage luxury environment.

About Cerulean

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