Discovery Internship (Pre‑Apprenticeship)

Overview

Rolex is a Swiss luxury watchmaker renowned for precision engineering, in‑house manufacturing and artisanal watchmaking. As an employer, Rolex emphasizes technical excellence, rigorous training pathways and long‑term skills development within highly structured workshops and laboratories.

Role & Responsibilities

• Observe and assist skilled technicians across selected workshops (mechanics, watchmaking, laboratories, industrial services) under close supervision.
• Participate in basic, supervised tasks to gain hands‑on exposure to machining, assembly, surface treatment, electroplating, or laboratory procedures depending on the chosen trade.
• Follow workplace safety and quality procedures at all times; attend introductory safety briefings and follow instructions from mentors.
• Complete short practical assignments or a mini‑project to demonstrate learning and aptitude for the trade.
• Prepare and submit a brief report or reflection documenting the internship experience and learning outcomes.

Qualifications

• Finishing compulsory schooling or equivalent and considering vocational/apprenticeship pathways.
• Demonstrable motivation to explore technical or industrial trades (mechanics, watchmaking, laboratory, automation, logistics, IT, quality control).
• Basic numeracy and manual dexterity; strong attention to detail.
• Capacity to follow instructions, work safely in a workshop environment and collaborate with workshop teams.
• Application must include a cover letter and curriculum vitae.

Skills

Experience

No prior professional experience required; suitable for students completing compulsory education who wish to confirm their vocational orientation through short, supervised workplace exposure.

Education

Completion of compulsory schooling (or currently finishing compulsory education); suitable for candidates preparing to enter an apprenticeship.

Culture

Rolex fosters a culture of craftsmanship, precision and technical mastery within discreet, high‑performance workshops. The organisation values apprenticeship and in‑house training, offering structured learning and mentorship for early‑career talent.