What is a watchmaker and how to become one

Key steps to become a watchmaker

1. Explore watchmaker education requirements

   Most common watchmaker degrees

   Associate

   33.3 %

   Bachelor's

   28.6 %

   High School Diploma

   19.0 %

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2. Start to develop specific watchmaker skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Hand Tools	76.89%
   Oiling	23.11%

3. Complete relevant watchmaker training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 3-6 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New watchmakers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a watchmaker based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real watchmaker resumes.

4. Research watchmaker duties and responsibilities

   • Direct personnel in the implementation of OSHA regulations and inform them of any changes in microbiological control processes for effective sterilization.
   • Support senior military and DoD civilian (SECDEF) customers in high-pressure and high-visibility environments.

5. Apply for watchmaker jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a watchmaker job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams