Rolex Watch Production Apprentice
- Location
- Le LocleNeuchâtelSwitzerland
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Aug 6, 2026
About Rolex
Rolex is a benchmark of Swiss watchmaking excellence, renowned for precision, enduring design and uncompromising craftsmanship. As an employer, the Maison offers a culture shaped by mastery, discretion and long-term commitment, where engineers, artisans, designers and corporate specialists contribute to products built to transcend generations. Its Geneva-based heritage is matched by a global outlook, rigorous standards and significant investment in training, innovation and responsible excellence. Employees join an institution that values technical depth, collaborative discipline and meticulous attention to detail, offering the opportunity to advance within one of the world’s most respected luxury brands.
Rolex SA offers a three-year CFC apprenticeship in watch production at Tudor's Le Locle manufacture in Switzerland. Develop horological expertise in precision mechanics.
Role & Responsibilities
- Assemble and precisely adjust various components of horological movements
- Perform calibration operations to ensure proper functioning of mechanisms and timepieces
- Execute rigorous quality control inspections to verify conformity with established standards and correct defects
- Learn micromechanics for fabrication of specialized tools
- House the movement within the case, installing dial and hands
- Control and adjust all assembly operations to guarantee quality and brand compliance
Qualifications
- Completion of compulsory education
- Excellent visual acuity and strong concentration capacity
- Patient and meticulous work approach
- Logical and methodical mindset
- Manual dexterity and practical aptitude
Skills
Experience
No prior professional experience required; candidates should be at the conclusion of compulsory schooling or recently graduated.
Education
Completion of compulsory education in Switzerland. Recent school transcripts (final three years) required for application.
Workplace
The role is situated in Le Locle, Neuchâtel, Switzerland — conveniently close to Neuchâtel.
Benefits
Participation in health insurance costs; 7 weeks annual leave during first year of apprenticeship, 6 weeks from second year onwards, scheduled according to school holidays; 13 additional days through accumulated daily overtime credits; on-site restaurant and meal subsidy; contribution toward collective transport costs.
Culture
Rolex fosters a workplace culture defined by precision, excellence, and a deep respect for craftsmanship. As an employer, the company offers a disciplined yet collaborative environment where long-term thinking, continuous improvement, and attention to detail guide every aspect of work.
About Cerulean
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