A. Lange & Söhne Student Internship – Career Exploration
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Mar 16, 2026
About A. Lange & Söhne
A. Lange & Söhne is a German haute horlogerie manufacture based in Glashütte, renowned for technically sophisticated, hand‑finished mechanical timepieces. The brand operates small, highly skilled ateliers dedicated to precision and artisanal finishing and is part of the Richemont group. As an employer it is characterised by an emphasis on craft training, meticulous quality standards and long‑term development of technical talent.
A. Lange & Söhne – Student internship in watchmaking, tool mechanics, or logistics in Glashütte, Germany. Career exploration programme for secondary students.
Role & Responsibilities
- Learn foundational metal-working techniques including filing, grinding, sawing, and technical drawing as taught in the first year of watchmaking apprenticeship
- Participate in assembly, disassembly, lubrication, and calibration of large-scale watch movements (Hermle mechanisms)
- Operate various machine tools—turning, milling, and grinding machines—to fabricate fixtures, aids, and tools for watchmaking
- Perform warehouse logistics tasks including order picking, inventory audits, and shipment packaging using industrial equipment such as scales, packing machines, and lifts
- Tour the manufacturing facility and apprenticeship training programmes to gain comprehensive insight into operational excellence and craftsmanship
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in secondary school, grades 8–12
- Strong interest in watchmaking, mechanical engineering, or logistics
- Demonstrated manual dexterity and attention to precision detail
- Ability to follow safety protocols and work instructions
- Proficiency in reading technical drawings
Skills
Experience
No prior professional experience required; internship is designed for career exploration during secondary education.
Education
Currently attending secondary school (Gymnasium, Realschule, or equivalent); completion of lower secondary education (grade 8) or higher.
Workplace
This position is based in Glashütte, Saxony, Germany, within easy reach of Dresden.
Culture
The workplace culture emphasises classical watchmaking craft, precision and exacting standards delivered in a collaborative atelier environment. The company invests in hands‑on training and apprenticeships, combining traditional artisanal techniques with modern quality controls.
About Cerulean
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