TAG Heuer R&D Metallurgy Intern
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- Employment
- Internship
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- Intern
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Apr 23, 2026
About TAG Heuer
TAG Heuer is a Swiss luxury watchmaker known for technical innovation, precision engineering and contemporary design. As part of the LVMH group, the maison combines a long horological heritage with advanced research and development activities, maintaining small, highly technical teams in its Swiss laboratories.
TAG Heuer — La Chaux-de-Fonds: R&D Metallurgy Intern (alloy development), internship starting July 2026, 4–6 months.
Role & Responsibilities
- Conduct a scientific literature review on alloy development and relevant materials properties to inform experimental plans.
- Fabricate and characterize metallurgical samples using laboratory equipment and modern workshop machinery.
- Analyze and compare measured properties against literature, predictive models and competitive solutions.
- Contribute to the refinement of laboratory procedures and protocols to meet technical specifications and project requirements.
- Manage the flow of samples (tracking, organization and coordination) and document experimental results for reporting to the Head of Metallurgy.
- Work within a small R&D team at the TAG Heuer Lab and contribute to a semester- or master-level research project.
Qualifications
- Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s programme in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Microtechnology or a closely related discipline (Bachelor’s degree preferably completed before start).
- Familiarity with reading and synthesizing scientific literature.
- Strong interest in hands-on laboratory work and experimental research methods.
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English and/or French.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level; suitable for students with academic laboratory experience or project work in materials, mechanics or microtechnology. No prior professional experience required.
Education
Currently enrolled in or recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Microtechnology or a related field; Bachelor's degree preferred prior to internship start.
Workplace
This position is based in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Neuchâtel, Switzerland, within easy reach of Lausanne.
Culture
TAG Heuer fosters a culture where heritage and experimentation coexist, valuing technical rigour, cross-disciplinary collaboration and rapid prototyping. R&D teams operate in compact, innovation-focused environments supported by the broader resources of the LVMH group.
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