Innovation Intern - Decarbonisation

At Fashion for Good we're looking for a Innovation Intern to join our Decarbonisation team.

Position: Innovation Intern - DecarbonisationCompany: Fashion for Good Location: AmsterdamStart date: At the earliestDuration: 6 monthsEmployment type: Intern (Visiting Analyst)Fashion for Good unites the fashion ecosystem to transform and build a regenerative industry. By fostering collaboration and facilitating connections, we bring innovative solutions to the forefront. Our platform connects disruptive innovative solutions with our brand partners and serves as a hub of intelligence and experimentation for the latest insights. Through our platform we empower our network, consisting of brands, retailers, suppliers, innovators and funders, to collaborate and drive change towards a regenerative industry.POSITION SUMMARY & KEY RESPONSIBILITIESFashion for Good seeks a steller Intern to join the Innovation Platform. You will contribute to the initiatives supporting the scale of Tier 2 interventions. This internship offers exposure to diverse projects, and will focus on supply chain. In this role, you will contribute to the Scaling – Decarbonisation team’s efforts to accelerate the implementation of transformative technologies, particularly those focused on reducing emissions and impact in Tier 2 processing.The role will support on the following:• Project management, stakeholder engagement and the development of tools and insights that enable innovators, manufacturers, and brands to scale decarbonisation technologies effectively.• Conduct deep-dive industry research into tier 2 supply chain across Asia.• Develop and update landscapes and reports with up-to-date news, insights, and emerging innovations across materials and recycling.• Support project teams with daily project management tasks.• Assist during meetings by synthesising learnings.• Track timelines, deadlines, and milestones for multiple projects.• Edit, create, and design engaging collaterals with relevant visuals.

QUALIFICATIONSThe ideal candidate has a relevant track record and combines strong interpersonal skills with a self-starting, proactive attitude. Candidates with the following skillsets will be preferred:• Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills with attention to detail • Good understanding of the textile manufacturing & the fashion industry • Excellent organisational and time management skills • Excellent written and oral communication skills• Capacity to work in a demanding and multicultural environment • A pro-active, enthusiastic, can-do attitude and comfortable dealing with uncertainty• Strong G Suite knowledge and presentation skillsThe following experience is a plus: Relevant work in textile supply chain, textile innovation, textile engineering, chemistry or textiles manufacturing.EDUCATIONCurrently enrolled in an academic degree (Bachelor (HBO), MBA or Masters), preferably in material science, chemistry or textile engineering. LANGUAGES Proficiency in English is a requirement. LOCATION & VISA REQUIREMENTSIn person based in Amsterdam. Note: Only students with an existing working permit for the EU are considered eligible candidates and you must be enrolled for the duration of your studies.YOUR APPLICATION Please submit your application, consisting of a motivation letter and your CV, via the application link.Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.

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