Richemont Watchmaking Apprentice

Employment
Apprenticeship
Seniority
Intern
Posted
Jul 6, 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 Watchmaking Apprentice position in Fort Worth offering hands-on horological training and precision timepiece assembly experience.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Master fundamental watchmaking techniques including movement assembly, calibration, and quality control
  • Execute precision assembly of watch components under technical supervision
  • Develop proficiency in horological tools, magnification instruments, and specialized equipment
  • Participate in movement finishing, polishing, and decoration processes
  • Contribute to quality assurance protocols and documentation procedures
  • Maintain workshop safety standards and proper care of specialized tools and materials

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated aptitude for precision mechanical work and attention to detail
  • Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination suitable for fine watchmaking
  • Ability to read technical drawings and follow detailed specifications
  • Commitment to mastering traditional horological craftsmanship

Skills

Precision assembly techniques Technical drawing interpretation Quality control procedures Workshop equipment operation Basic horological principles Documentation and record-keeping

Experience

No prior watchmaking experience required; enthusiasm for learning horological craft is essential.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; strong foundation in mathematics and physics preferred.

Workplace

This position is based in Fort Worth, Texas, USA, within easy reach of Dallas.

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

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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Richemont

Richemont Watchmaking Apprentice

Fort Worth, USA

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