Footwear Innovation Intern

About the role

Fashion for Good is looking for a Footwear Innovation Intern to join its team in Amsterdam starting in January 2027. The intern supports all work in the footwear space, focusing on footwear material innovation, manufacturing, end-of-use (sorting, disassembly), recycling, waste flows and impact. The position reports to the Innovation Manager.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out in-depth due diligence on the scientific and technical feasibility of innovations
• Map and update the landscape of innovations to strengthen scouting in selected focus areas
• Scout innovations to strengthen the innovator database
• Help create Innovator deliverables such as technical feasibility, impact analysis and project management
• Write reports describing findings and recommendations for follow-up action
• Work closely with subject matter experts to deepen knowledge of key focus areas
• Assist with general Innovation Platform activities, including operations and day-to-day business
• Support the Innovation Manager and Analyst with ongoing projects, including project management and operational support
• Provide analytical support, especially technical and impact analysis

Required profile

• Enrolled as a student during the internship, eligible to work in the EU (valid visa in place) and living in or willing to relocate to the Netherlands
• Bachelor or Master's degree in sports technology, chemical engineering, material science, chemistry, mechanical engineering, textile engineering or biotechnology
• Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Good understanding of the supply chain and the fashion industry
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to adapt to different settings and work in a demanding, multicultural environment
• Proactive, enthusiastic attitude and comfort with uncertainty

Knowledge of textile or footwear processes and recycling is desired; experience in chemical engineering, material science or textile chemistry is a plus. Applications are submitted through the application link and considered on a rolling basis.