Materials Intern — Powder Technologies
Rolex — Geneva: Materials Intern (Powder Technologies). 4–6 month R&D internship in powder formulation, shaping and materials characterization.
Overview
Rolex is a Swiss manufacturer renowned for haute horlogerie, precision engineering and in-house manufacturing excellence. The brand places strong emphasis on technical craftsmanship and invests in training and development for technicians, engineers and researchers within a highly confidential, quality-driven environment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support research and development of high-performance powder-based materials for horological applications.
- Synthesize novel classes of materials that combine elevated mechanical properties with refined aesthetics.
- Formulate and prepare controlled powder blends according to strict specifications.
- Implement advanced shaping and forming techniques to produce proofs of concept and prototypes.
- Characterize produced materials using analytical methods and document experimental results.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a Master's program in Materials Science, Materials Engineering or equivalent.
- Hands-on laboratory experience with materials synthesis and powder handling.
- Practical experience with scanning electron microscopy (SEM), hardness testing or toughness evaluation.
- Strong written and oral communication skills and a collaborative team orientation.
- Autonomous, proactive and creative approach to experimental problem solving.
- Availability for a 4–6 month internship.
Skills
Experience
Entry-level internship: academic laboratory experience in materials synthesis and characterization is required; prior exposure to powder processing and mechanical testing is strongly preferred.
Education
Currently enrolled in a Master's program in Materials Science, Materials Engineering or an equivalent discipline.
Benefits
Access to state-of-the-art equipment; excellent working conditions; comprehensive social benefits.
Culture
Rolex's workplace culture emphasizes precision, technical mastery and discretion. The environment is craft- and engineering-focused, with a long-term perspective on skill development and rigorous quality standards. Collaboration between R&D, production and technical specialists is central to innovation.