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Researcher Internship TextileLab

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Amsterdam

Requirements

  • - Curious about innovation in materials and textiles
  • - Likes to research where color and materials come from
  • - Meticulous and organised in documenting and performing experiments
  • - Enjoys reproducing processes and capturing them

Responsibilities

  • - Assist in the execution of experiments and carefully document outcomes.
  • - Support the research and implementation of the projects at TextileLab.
  • - Develop your own creative side project(s) with provided tools, machines, and knowledge support.
  • - Research sustainable forms and value-chains around bio-based-compostable colors.
  • - Foster connections and uncover local ecosystems that build up a strong community of practice.

FAQs

What is the focus of the Researcher Internship at TextileLab?

The focus of the Researcher Internship at TextileLab is on innovation in textiles, materials, and fashion through research into heritage, craftsmanship, technology, digital fabrication, and biology.

What kind of tasks will the intern be responsible for?

The intern will assist in the execution of experiments, meticulously document outcomes, and perform research on the origins of colors and materials.

Will the intern have the opportunity to work on personal projects?

Yes, the internship provides opportunities for interns to develop their own creative side projects while receiving support, tools, and knowledge from the team.

What specific topics will the research involve?

The research will involve sustainable forms and value chains around bio-based compostable colors, including the study of pigments and dyes derived from plants and bacteria.

Is prior experience in textiles or materials required for this internship?

While prior experience in textiles or materials is advantageous, the position primarily values curiosity, organization, and a willingness to learn and document experiments.

What collaborative aspects are emphasized in this internship?

The internship emphasizes collaboration, transparency, knowledge sharing, and working in sync with nature to build connections within the local ecosystems.

What skills are beneficial for applicants of this internship?

Beneficial skills for applicants include meticulous documentation, organizational capabilities, a curiosity about materials and innovations, and an interest in replicating processes.

Entertainment & Media
Industry
51-200
Employees
1994
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Waag Futurelab operates at the intersection of science, technology, and the arts, focusing on using emergent technologies as instruments of social change. Guided by the values of fairness, openness, and inclusivity, Waag empowers people to become active citizens through technology. With a dedicated team of sixty thinkers and makers, the organisation promotes innovation and collaboration to create a fairer and more open society by exploring how technology can drive positive social impact.

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