Internship Research & Innnovation (R&D)

About the role

Help us pioneer the next generation of sustainable 3D-printing materials. At Beyond Bounds, we’re experimenting with PLA reinforced with wood fibers to develop a unique wood-PLA filament for use in our customizable designer lamps. You’ll contribute directly to our R&D process by testing, analyzing, and refining material compositions.
Details

Title: Internship Research & Innnovation (R&D)
Contract type: Internship
Function: Research & Innnovation (R&D) intern
Location: Amsterdam (VU), remote work occasionally allowed
Start Date:
Duration: 3 to 6 months (possibility of extension)
Responsibilities

  • Conduct lab-based experiments with PLA + wood fiber composites.
  • Test printability, durability, and finish quality of different formulations.
  • Analyze mechanical properties, nozzle wear, and long-term material stability.
  • Document results and recommend improvements for production readiness.
  • Collaborate with designers and engineers to align material outcomes with product needs.
Requirements
What we offer

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Who we're looking for

  • Students in Material Science, Chemistry, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Design Engineering.
  • ⁠Experience with lab work, materials testing, or 3D printing is a plus.
  • ⁠⁠Passion for sustainability, circular design, and innovation.

Your new home

Why work with us?

We started as three friends and still operate that way. Tight-knit, honest, and direct.

Expect clear feedback, zero politics, and room to own real decisions.

Here you’ll ship ideas that change how products are made: on-demand, locally, and sustainably.

If you want your work to shape the future of design, not just talk about it, this is your place.

How we hire.

Four steps. Two weeks. Moving fast to get you on board.

Case study.

Answer 5–10 quick questions by email. Show us how you think and act.

Introduction.

20 minutes to get to know each other and see if our ambitions and characters align.

Interview.

Deep-dive into your work, a short exercise or portfolio walkthrough, and a studio tour.

Decision.

Expect feedback within 2 business days and an offer if it clicks.

Apply here, we'll send you the details.