Jaeger-LeCoultre Retail Operations Intern
- Location
- Meyrin Geneva Switzerland
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Retail & Boutique Operations
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
About Jaeger-LeCoultre
Jaeger-LeCoultre, founded in 1833 in the Vallée de Joux, is one of Switzerland’s most revered watchmaking manufactures and a maison defined by invention, precision, and discreet elegance. As an employer, it offers a rare environment where artisans, engineers, designers, and commercial talents collaborate across more than 180 specialist skills, from movement development and grand complications to métiers d’art and client experience. Within the Richemont group, the maison combines heritage with international reach, encouraging rigorous craftsmanship, continuous learning, and respect for time as both a technical measure and a cultural value. Its teams contribute to enduring creations shaped by excellence, curiosity, and shared responsibility.
Jaeger-LeCoultre, the "Watchmaker of Watchmakers" since 1833, seeks a six-month retail operations intern to support the global retail network based in Geneva. The intern will monitor operational key performance indicators, contribute to retail process optimization, broadcast commercial and compliance guidelines, and serve as a liaison between headquarters and market teams. This role offers practical exposure to luxury retail operations within one of watchmaking's most prestigious manufactures.
Role & Responsibilities
- Monitor retail network operations KPIs and identify performance issues with actionable recommendations
- Contribute to retail process simplification initiatives and continuous improvement projects
- Address market inquiries regarding operational topics and provide cross-functional support
- Broadcast commercial and marketing guidelines to retail stakeholders
- Monitor compliance adherence across various operational processes
- Maintain the central guidelines database with current information
Qualifications
- Enrolled in or completing a Master's or Bachelor's degree in business or related field
- Fluent in French and English with excellent written communication in both languages
- Proficiency with SAP and Excel
- Strong organizational and project management abilities
- Solution-oriented mindset with proven team collaboration skills
- Demonstrated curiosity and interest in the luxury industry
Skills
Experience
International exposure and prior retail or sales experience preferred but not required; candidates should demonstrate familiarity with luxury sector dynamics.
Education
Master's or Bachelor's degree in business, business administration, or equivalent field; candidate must be actively enrolled in or recently completing their studies.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Meyrin, Geneva, Switzerland, with easy access to Geneva.
Benefits
Practical exposure to luxury watchmaking operations, mentorship from an engaged and dedicated team, access to the Manufacture's 190 accumulated skills and expertise, excellent working conditions, and attractive intern benefits package.
Culture
Jaeger-LeCoultre fosters a culture rooted in exceptional watchmaking savoir-faire, precision, and a deep respect for its heritage in the Vallée de Joux. As an employer, the Maison encourages collaboration between artisans, engineers, and creative talents, offering an environment where innovation and mastery are pursued with patience, rigor, and elegance.
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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