Footwear Innovation Intern: Material & Impact Scout

Social Impact Guide; Amsterdam; Remote; EUR 6,700 - 8,900; Full time

Job summary

Fashion for Good in Amsterdam is seeking a Footwear Innovation Intern to support our footwear space work, focusing on material innovation, manufacturing, end-of-use sorting, disassembly, recycling, and waste flows. The role involves due diligence, landscape mapping, and creating deliverables for innovators.

The ideal candidate studies in engineering/chemistry or textile science, speaks English well, and can work in a multicultural environment.

Qualifications

• Analytical, research and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of textile or footwear processes and recycling is desired.
• Understanding of the supply chain & fashion industry.
• Strong Google Slides and Sheets, with solid presentation skills.
• Pro-active, enthusiastic attitude and comfortable with uncertainty.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in chemical engineering, material science or textile chemistry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute in-depth due diligence on scientific and technical feasibility of innovations.
• Map and update innovations landscape to strengthen scouting.
• Scout innovations to enhance Innovator database.
• Create Innovator deliverables (technical feasibility, impact analysis, project management).
• Write reports with findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate with experts in the Innovation Platform to deepen knowledge.
• Assist in Innovation Platform operations and day-to-day activities.
• Support the Innovation Manager and Analyst on ongoing projects.
• Provide analytical support related to technical and impact analysis.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Problem-solving

Textile/Footwear knowledge

Google Slides

Google Sheets

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Multicultural teamwork

Self-starting attitude

Education

Bachelor/Master in relevant field

Job description

Fashion for Good in Amsterdam is seeking a Footwear Innovation Intern to support our footwear space work, focusing on material innovation, manufacturing, end-of-use sorting, disassembly, recycling, and waste flows. The role involves due diligence, landscape mapping, and creating deliverables for innovators.

The ideal candidate studies in engineering/chemistry or textile science, speaks English well, and can work in a multicultural environment.