- Location
- La Chaux-de-Fonds Neuchâtel Switzerland
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2026
About TAG Heuer
TAG Heuer, founded in 1860 in Saint-Imier, Switzerland, stands at the intersection of avant-garde watchmaking, precision engineering and sporting performance. As an employer, the Maison offers a dynamic environment where heritage and innovation inform every function, from manufacture and design to retail, marketing and digital transformation. Its teams contribute to a brand renowned for chronographs, motor-racing partnerships and a bold spirit of performance under pressure. TAG Heuer seeks passionate, agile professionals who value technical excellence, entrepreneurial energy and collaborative ambition, offering opportunities to grow within a global luxury house shaped by Swiss savoir-faire and contemporary momentum.
TAG Heuer is recruiting a Watchmaker Apprentice for its watchmaking school in La Chaux-de-Fonds, starting 16 August 2027. The full-time apprenticeship includes theoretical and practical instruction at the public cantonal technical school in Le Locle, professional practice at the watchmaking school and placements in LVMH Maison workshops, alongside LVMH Institut des Métiers d’Excellence master classes.
Role & Responsibilities
- Perform movement assembly, hand and dial fitting, casing, adjustment and finishing operations on all types of watches.
- Carry out final aesthetic and functional inspections of movements and cases.
- Correct defects and malfunctions during production.
- For after-sales service, analyse malfunctions and perform the necessary repairs.
- In a watchmaking laboratory or quality department, conduct inspections and tests and analyse the results.
Qualifications
- Be at least 15 years old.
- Have completed compulsory schooling.
- Have manual aptitude for watchmaking; no prior training is required.
- Have good visual acuity, including near vision and the ability to distinguish colours.
- Demonstrate dexterity, meticulousness, patience, curiosity, open-mindedness, rigour, precision, logical and methodical thinking, and the ability to concentrate.
- Show motivation for watchmaking and for an apprenticeship.
- Submit a complete application comprising a cover letter, CV and school reports from the 9th to 10th year.
Skills
Experience
Beginner; no prior training is required.
Education
Completed compulsory schooling.
Workplace
This position is based in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Neuchâtel, Switzerland.
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Culture
TAG Heuer fosters a performance-driven culture where precision, innovation, and avant-garde thinking guide both craftsmanship and teamwork. As an employer, the Maison values entrepreneurial spirit, collaboration, and a passion for pushing boundaries, offering a dynamic environment shaped by Swiss excellence and a strong connection to sport and lifestyle.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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