Packaging Quality Intern

Overview

Cartier is an iconic maison of high jewellery and watchmaking, renowned for exacting standards of craftsmanship, design and finish. As part of the Richemont Group, the brand combines a long heritage with global retail and industrial operations, demanding rigorous quality processes and close collaboration across creative, manufacturing and supply-chain teams.

Role & Responsibilities

• Support the packaging quality team in incoming and in-process inspections of packaging components and finished packs.
• Execute and document physical tests and visual checks against defined specifications and technical drawings.
• Log and analyse non-conformities, draft corrective action requests and follow up with internal teams and suppliers.
• Maintain and update quality documentation, control plans and inspection records in accordance with internal procedures.
• Assist in supplier quality activities including sample approvals, supplier audits preparation and CAPA tracking.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, optimise packaging robustness and improve cost/quality balance.
• Prepare data summaries and simple statistical reports to support root-cause analysis and management reviews.

Qualifications

• Enrolment in a tertiary programme in packaging engineering, materials science, industrial engineering, quality management or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail with methodical approach to inspection and documentation.
• Ability to read technical drawings and packaging specifications.
• Proactive problem‑solving skills and capacity to drive corrective actions with cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Professional conduct, discretion, and ability to handle high-value product environments.

Skills

Experience

Student-level with previous internships or practical exposure to packaging, quality control or supplier coordination preferred but not mandatory.

Education

Current enrolment in a Bachelor's or Master's programme in packaging engineering, materials science, industrial engineering, quality management or related field.

Culture

Cartier combines artisanal savoir-faire with industrial precision; employees work within an environment that prizes meticulous standards, aesthetic excellence and cross‑disciplinary collaboration. The workplace is international, design‑driven and oriented toward long‑term stewardship of craft and product integrity.