Rolex Discovery Internship (Pre‑Apprenticeship)
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- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Posted
- Mar 17, 2026
About Rolex
Rolex is a Swiss luxury watchmaker renowned for precision engineering, in‑house manufacturing and artisanal watchmaking. As an employer, Rolex emphasizes technical excellence, rigorous training pathways and long‑term skills development within highly structured workshops and laboratories.
Rolex in Geneva seeks candidates for a Discovery Internship (pre‑apprenticeship) to explore watchmaking, mechanics and industrial trades.
Role & Responsibilities
- Observe and assist skilled technicians across selected workshops (mechanics, watchmaking, laboratories, industrial services) under close supervision.
- Participate in basic, supervised tasks to gain hands‑on exposure to machining, assembly, surface treatment, electroplating, or laboratory procedures depending on the chosen trade.
- Follow workplace safety and quality procedures at all times; attend introductory safety briefings and follow instructions from mentors.
- Complete short practical assignments or a mini‑project to demonstrate learning and aptitude for the trade.
- Prepare and submit a brief report or reflection documenting the internship experience and learning outcomes.
Qualifications
- Finishing compulsory schooling or equivalent and considering vocational/apprenticeship pathways.
- Demonstrable motivation to explore technical or industrial trades (mechanics, watchmaking, laboratory, automation, logistics, IT, quality control).
- Basic numeracy and manual dexterity; strong attention to detail.
- Capacity to follow instructions, work safely in a workshop environment and collaborate with workshop teams.
- Application must include a cover letter and curriculum vitae.
Skills
Experience
No prior professional experience required; suitable for students completing compulsory education who wish to confirm their vocational orientation through short, supervised workplace exposure.
Education
Completion of compulsory schooling (or currently finishing compulsory education); suitable for candidates preparing to enter an apprenticeship.
Workplace
This position is based in Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland.
Culture
Rolex fosters a culture of craftsmanship, precision and technical mastery within discreet, high‑performance workshops. The organisation values apprenticeship and in‑house training, offering structured learning and mentorship for early‑career talent.
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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