Richemont Hospitality Intern
Richemont in Meyrin, Switzerland seeks a Hospitality Intern to support guest experience, events and front‑office operations.
Overview
Richemont is a Geneva‑based luxury goods holding company whose maisons include Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Montblanc and several leading watch and jewellery houses. The group is recognised for stewardship of heritage brands, artisanal craftsmanship and a global network of maisons and boutiques.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support front‑desk and guest relations activities, ensuring a seamless welcome and high standards of service for visitors and VIPs.
- Assist with the coordination and on‑site execution of corporate and client events, including logistics, supplier liaison and post‑event follow‑up.
- Manage reservations, rooming lists and meeting logistics for internal and external guests; maintain accurate guest records and briefings.
- Prepare administrative deliverables such as itineraries, welcome packs, reports and presentation materials for senior stakeholders.
- Liaise with internal maisons, security, facilities and external vendors to guarantee operational readiness and brand‑appropriate service.
- Shadow senior hospitality staff to learn VIP protocol, clienteling techniques and guest escalation procedures.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of front‑of‑house processes and guest touchpoints.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in or recently graduated from a hospitality, hotel management, tourism, events management or business programme.
- Professional demeanour with excellent interpersonal skills and a proactive, service‑oriented attitude.
- Strong organisational aptitude and the ability to prioritise multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
- Discretion and understanding of VIP/client confidentiality and protocol.
- Availability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings or weekends for events.
Skills
Experience
Previous internship or part‑time experience in hospitality, events, front‑of‑house or client services is preferred but not mandatory; willingness to learn on the job is essential.
Education
Current enrolment in or recent completion of a relevant diploma or degree (hospitality, hotel management, tourism, events or business).
Workplace
This position is based in Meyrin, Geneva, Switzerland, within easy reach of Geneva. Cerulean lists 55 open roles in Meyrin, including 6 posted recently. The broader Geneva area accounts for 448 active listings on Cerulean, 12 of which are new. In Switzerland as a whole, Cerulean currently features 721 open positions, with 26 posted this week.
Culture
Richemont's workplaces combine maison heritage with an international, collaborative spirit; teams value meticulous craftsmanship, client focus and professional development. Employees operate in a high‑standards environment that encourages learning across houses and disciplines.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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