Job description

Our strength lies not in our similarities but in revealing the exceptional diversity of our cultures and colleagues. We leverage the advantage of being a global company with an international workforce. We employ the best experts who we trust to make informed decisions, who dare to implement their ideas and who take ownership of their actions. No matter where you are from, what you believe in, what age you are, who you love, or if you are disabled: In the end, together we always make it happen!

To support our Architectural Concepts team at our headquarters in Schaffhausen, we are looking for an
 

INTERN ARCHITECTURAL CONCEPTS (100%)

Duration: 6 months
Start: April 2026

As an Intern for our Architectural Concepts team, you will gain a fascinating insight into the world of IWC. You will be able to enhance your design skills as part of a highly motivated and efficient team and contribute to designing environments that enhance brand identity, and elevate the sensory experience of our clients, going beyond the purely physical.

YOUR MISSION AT IWC.

• Support the creative development of concepts for retail projects, trade fairs and exhibitions, contributing from early ideation through to detailed design execution.
• Contribute to creating immersive customer experiences, encompassing spatial design, storytelling, product displays, and sensory elements.
• Take ownership of setting up and maintaining the material library ensuring proper organization, cataloguing and ongoing upkeep, while researching materials and innovative solutions with a focus on sustainability.
• Research trends within the retail landscape and prepare a comprehensive final presentation to be shared with the Brand Experience team at the conclusion of the internship.
• Support the team with administrative tasks.

HOW YOU BECOME PART OF THE JOURNEY.

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed bachelor’s or master’s degree in Architecture, Design, or related field.
• Strong interest in luxury retail design, experiential spaces, and storytelling.
• Excellent creativity, problem-solving skills, proactivity, and attentiveness to detail.
• Comfortable working across different scales and project phases, with a collaborative mindset.
• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) or equivalent tools.
• Familiarity with 3D rendering software (e.g., Rhinoceros, Archicad, Keyshot, 3dsMax, Vray).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in English is required.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US.

IWC offers you a challenging working environment: rooted in Switzerland, but operating successfully internationally. We combine tradition with innovation and attach great importance to change management, training and further education as well as personal development. Find below a selection of fringe benefits provided by us:

• Daily food & beverage allowance of CHF 7, redeem-able in the in-house restaurant and selected restaurants in Schaffhausen.
• Yearly health insurance contribution of CHF 2'340 for full-time contracts.
• 25 days vacation annually (30 days as of the age of 50), 5 additional bridge compensation days.
• Special conditions on selected IWC & Richemont products.
• Diverse health & wellbeing initiatives and programs.
• IWC Sport Club (est. 1972) for sport enthusiasts.
• Attractive workplace adjacent to the river rhine, inviting for social activities amongst colleagues.
• Memorable internal events (Christmas, summer after work drinks, etc.).
• And many more!