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22 February 2024, 10:47 AM | #1 |
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Rolex Watchmaking School Now Accepting Applications
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For their September 2024 school in Dallas. The Rolex Watchmaking Training Center was created in 2023 to prepare and educate the next generation of Rolex-certified watchmakers, furthering our mission to create a stable and sustainable future for watchmaking in the United States. Our innovative 18-month course includes robust technical training as well as a more conceptual education that serves our students both at and beyond the watchmaking bench. We prepare students for a successful and rewarding career far beyond their time at the RWTC itself, with professional mentorship and an emphasis on strong fundamentals. Our Program Tuition-Free To make RWTC an option for as many applicants as possible, our program is completely tuition-free for all students. 18 Months In just a year and a half, students graduate as Rolex Certified Watchmakers, ready to begin a career at the bench. Hands-On Learning Students begin to work on watches immediately; our program is the only one in the United States to focus a full six months on Rolex watches. Learn more and apply at https://www.rolexwatchmakingtrainingcenter.com
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22 February 2024, 10:49 AM | #2 |
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And it's tuition-free I believe.
I read somewhere about the middle east hoarding watchmakers. |
22 February 2024, 10:51 AM | #3 |
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Free? Really?
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22 February 2024, 10:52 AM | #4 |
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Great post ! Interesting that Rolex will train and this set of skills is definitely useful both as a Rolex watchmaker and in the private sector!
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22 February 2024, 11:01 AM | #5 |
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And they give you $1800 a month living allowance and fly you to Geneva for final exam.
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22 February 2024, 11:03 AM | #6 |
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Yes.
the Rolex Watchmaking Training Center, located in Dallas, Texas, is honoring that legacy with a new 18-month educational program that trains students as Rolex Certified Watchmakers and helps them pursue careers working in Rolex’s service network across North America. Be a part of the future of American watchmaking at the Rolex Watchmaking Training Center.
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22 February 2024, 11:10 AM | #7 |
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That’s very cool. Thanks for posting.
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22 February 2024, 11:24 AM | #8 |
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Hmmmm....maybe time for a career change! Always wanted to see Switzerland and I can't think of a better way. Thanks for posting. Cheers!
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22 February 2024, 11:25 AM | #9 |
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Who knows what the salary is upon graduation?
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22 February 2024, 11:41 AM | #10 |
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22 February 2024, 11:46 AM | #11 |
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22 February 2024, 11:48 AM | #12 |
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Website actually says tools included and $1800 pm allowance so must have changed.
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22 February 2024, 11:50 AM | #13 |
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Anyone wanna be roommates??
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22 February 2024, 11:53 AM | #14 |
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Fantastic post Steven, thank you
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22 February 2024, 11:53 AM | #15 |
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This is so cool, only open to U.S. citizens though.
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22 February 2024, 12:26 PM | #16 |
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I work at an AD, though I'd rather not mention which. While I don't necessarily plan on saying anything I shouldn't, I would prefer not to have to censor my opinions or experiences.
It is an improvement in several ways, but it also has some cons. I personally know two of the instructors at the new school, and I'm super happy for them both. |
22 February 2024, 01:15 PM | #17 |
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22 February 2024, 01:42 PM | #18 |
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What an absolutely cool thing and opportunity for many. Wish I could do it!
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22 February 2024, 02:27 PM | #20 |
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FAQ is your friend
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22 February 2024, 03:18 PM | #21 |
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There’s also a program at a different school for military veterans called Veterans Watchmaker Initiative.
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22 February 2024, 03:34 PM | #22 |
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Free tuition and $1800/mo allowance.
What a dream for 12yrs-ago-me, living in Plano, googling “watchmaking schools in DFW”. |
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Very cool. I have a few much younger friends through my cycling. I will mention it to a few who are on that cusp of what they want to do.
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22 February 2024, 04:32 PM | #24 |
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Interesting post.
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22 February 2024, 06:45 PM | #25 |
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All I can say is tune-man kindly wins any award when it comes to internet sleuth-ism.
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If I thought I could handle 18 months of Dallas heat (grew up in Arlington) I might have applied to see if they take 56 year olds.
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23 February 2024, 03:36 AM | #27 |
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I wonder if this is a push hoping to get all ADs their own in-house watchmakers. Would kind of allow Rolex to close down the large service centers if watches could just be brought to any AD.
I think this was posted about before and makes sense. |
23 February 2024, 03:39 AM | #28 |
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I think this is going to vary greatly depending on experience and location. I would think 50k and up would be where it starts.
No idea how accurate this is but a point of reference for the US: https://www.ziprecruiter.com/Salarie...-Salary#Yearly |
23 February 2024, 04:19 AM | #29 |
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Rolex Watchmaking School Now Accepting Applications
I forwarded the school’s link to my daughter, because my oldest grandson will graduate HS next year, and he’s not exactly college material, but has always liked putting things together. Also, he loves watches. This would be a great idea for him. BTW, they live in suburban Dallas. Erica thought it was a great idea.
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23 February 2024, 04:48 AM | #30 |
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Most people a not suited to watchmaking.
I love my Rolex and am somewhat mechanical but know that I lack the patience and dexterity to be a competent watchmaker. Not to mention I would lack sufficient passion to do it. After sniffing the new shipments got old, most here would not be happy |
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