Van Cleef & Arpels Jewellery Intern

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Location
LyonAuvergne-Rhône-AlpesFrance
Employment
Internship
Seniority
Intern
Department
Manufacturing, Artisanal & Industrial Operations
Industry
High Jewelry
Posted
Apr 8, 2026

About Van Cleef & Arpels

Van Cleef & Arpels is a distinguished haute joaillerie maison known for exquisite craftsmanship, poetic design and artisanal ateliers. As part of the Richemont group, the maison combines heritage techniques with contemporary creativity and maintains a close relationship between its design studios and bench workshops.

Van Cleef & Arpels in Lyon seeks a Jewellery Intern (Stagiaire Joaillerie) to support the atelier with bench work, stone setting and finishing.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Support atelier bench jewellers in routine production tasks, including filing, sanding, polishing and finishing of jewellery components
  • Assist with basic stone setting, assembly and soldering under direct supervision, ensuring adherence to haute-joaillerie quality standards
  • Prepare and organise materials and tools for production runs, maintain workstation cleanliness and follow workshop safety protocols
  • Perform quality checks on components and finished pieces, document defects and participate in corrective actions with senior technicians
  • Contribute to prototyping and small-scale restorations, taking precise measurements and recording technical notes for supervisors
  • Participate in technical briefings and training sessions to develop jewellery-making techniques and knowledge of gemstones and precious metals

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a vocational programme in jewellery making, goldsmithing, metalsmithing or equivalent
  • Strong manual dexterity with demonstrable fine-motor skills and eye for microscopic detail
  • Basic theoretical understanding of gemstones, precious metals and common jewellery techniques
  • Professional attitude, punctuality and ability to follow precise technical instructions in a workshop setting
  • Willingness to learn from master craftsmen and participate in repetitive tasks while maintaining high-quality standards

Skills

Stone setting (basic) Soldering and micro-soldering Hand polishing and surface finishing Metal forming and filing Use of loupe and precision measuring tools Workshop safety and tool maintenance Technical note-taking and component identification

Experience

No extensive professional experience required; internships or short placements in a jewellery bench, restoration studio or vocational workshop are advantageous. Demonstrated hands-on practice through school projects or apprenticeships is preferred.

Education

Vocational diploma or current enrolment in jewellery-making, goldsmithing, metalsmithing or equivalent technical programme (CAP/BTS-level or equivalent).

Workplace

The role is situated in Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.

Culture

The maison places a premium on artisanal excellence, transmission of craft and meticulous attention to detail. Atelier teams operate in a collaborative environment where technical mastery, patience and respect for heritage techniques are encouraged alongside modest innovation.

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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