Richemont China Affairs & Strategy Intern
- Location
- BellevueGenevaSwitzerland
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Corporate Affairs, Sustainability & CSR
- Industry
- High Jewelry
- Posted
- Jun 30, 2026
About Richemont
Richemont is one of the world’s foremost luxury groups, stewarding a distinguished portfolio of maisons across jewellery, watchmaking, fashion and accessories, including Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Jaeger-LeCoultre and Montblanc. As an employer, it combines the heritage of artisanal excellence with a forward-looking culture shaped by innovation, client-centricity and responsible business. Its global teams operate in an environment that values craftsmanship, entrepreneurship and collaboration, offering opportunities to grow within iconic maisons and group functions alike. Richemont attracts professionals who aspire to contribute to enduring luxury, preserving rare savoir-faire while helping define the future of high craftsmanship.
Richemont seeks a China Affairs & Strategy Intern in Bellevue, Switzerland to support research, market intelligence, and business development initiatives.
Role & Responsibilities
- Provide analytical insights on macro-economy and consumer market trends to Richemont Group and its Maisons
- Monitor Chinese domestic and overseas markets for information on Chinese travellers and local Chinese communities
- Prepare presentation materials and reports to deliver research insights in a comprehensive and effective manner
- Compile information for ad-hoc research topics according to Richemont Group and Maisons' requests
- Support the planning, follow-up, and execution of departmental business operation projects worldwide
- Identify, explore, and establish contact with prospective business partners and clients for the Maisons
- Assist in maintaining and strengthening relationships with existing business partners and Richemont Maisons
Qualifications
- Current student with a valid internship agreement (convention de stage)
- 1–2 years of work experience in project management, market research, or business development
- Strong knowledge of macro and micro-economics, geopolitics, and the luxury industry
- Fluency in English and Mandarin Chinese (mandatory); French language skills are advantageous
- Exceptional analytical capabilities for editorial and research purposes
Skills
Experience
1–2 years of professional experience in project management, market research, or business development; prior exposure to the luxury sector or high-net-worth audience-facing businesses is advantageous.
Education
Currently enrolled in a tertiary education programme; academic background in economics, international relations, business, or a related discipline is preferred.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Bellevue, Geneva, Switzerland, with easy access to Geneva.
Culture
Richemont fosters a refined, international workplace where its Maisons preserve exceptional craftsmanship while benefiting from the strength and perspective of a global luxury group. As an employer, it values long-term stewardship, collaboration, innovation, and the development of talent within an environment shaped by heritage, creativity, and high standards.
About Cerulean
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