Compulsory Internship (f/m/x) Research and Development in Paper Coating technologies

Intern / Student, Full-time · Hamburg, Buchholz

Your mission

We are tackling global plastic pollution - and you will be a part of the solution!
At traceless, we are not just addressing global plastic pollution; we are leading the charge to eradicate it. Our groundbreaking technology transforms agricultural by-products into a pioneering sustainable biomaterial—biobased, plastic-free, and fully compostable. This revolutionary material leaves no harmful traces on our planet.
In your Compulsory Internship (f/m/x) in Product Development, you will help us further optimize and develop our traceless materials with main focus on paper coating solutions. With your assistance, you help us to make them applicable to a maximum array of applications to make the biggest possible contribution to solving global plastic pollution! This role offers a great opportunity to gain experience with developing, optimizing, and engineering natural polymer-based products and establish traceless as the market leader for compostable plastic substitute materials. You will

Actively support our Product Development team members
Apply and develop measurement techniques to explore the chemical structures and interactions that govern material properties - with focus on coating features
Investigate the relationship between material structure and properties by testing the performance and stability of samples and prototypes
Plan and execute experiments, collect and analyze data
Be involved in important topics and get responsibility from day one
Develop your lab routine
Manage your own projects within the strategy of the group

Where You’ll Make a Difference:

You will spend your working days in an innovative work environment with start-up flair at the ISI Zentrum in Buchholz i.d.N or at the TUHH.

At traceless, we don't just offer you a job, but a mission. Here you can see every day how your work directly contributes to a more sustainable world. If you are ready to change the world with us and be a leader in the development of compostable biomaterials, we look forward to receiving your application.

Your profile

You are a student of Chemistry, Biochemistry, Material Science, Chemical or Biochemical Engineering or another related field of study and have a passion for science and sustainability
You must complete a mandatory internship as part of your studies
You have a basic technical understanding of bio(polymer) structures, interactions, processing techniques, and polymer compounds
You have experience working in a lab, possess basic knowledge of characterization techniques for (bio)polymeric materials (chemical structure, thermal and mechanical properties), and are not afraid of tricky challenges
You organize yourself and your work conscientiously
You are also practically minded and do not shy away from getting your hands dirty
You are proficient in both spoken and written English, other languages are a plus
You think innovatively, are open-minded, a team player and have a sense of humour

Don’t meet every single requirement? We would still like to hear from you - you might be just the right person for this or other roles!

Why us?

At Traceless, we don't just offer jobs—we offer missions. As pioneers in the sustainable economy, we’ve developed a groundbreaking process that transforms agricultural waste into a sustainable, natural material. If you’re passionate about driving the green industrial revolution and crafting a better tomorrow, your journey starts here with us.

Purpose-Driven Work: Engage in meaningful work that directly contributes to environmental sustainability. Your role position you at the forefront of our efforts to innovate and scale the production of eco-friendly materials.

Dynamic Team Culture: Join a team of passionate experts who are united by a commitment to excellence and a vision for a sustainable future. Our culture thrives on mutual respect, fairness, and empowerment. At traceless, every voice matters, and every contribution is valued.

Growth and Development: The upcoming years will see significant expansion in our company This expansion offers vast opportunities for professional growth and personal development in an exciting, fast-paced environment.

Autonomy and Impact: Enjoy the freedom to independently develop solutions and implement changes. With flat hierarchies and an empowering atmosphere, you are encouraged to take initiative and use your expertise to make a substantial impact.

Competitive Compensation and Benefits: Receive fair compensation with our transparent salary model.

Join traceless to not only advance your career but also to make a tangible difference in the world. We are more than a company—we are a community driven by the goal of making sustainable technology not just possible, but standard. Apply today and become a cornerstone of our growth, helping us turn visionary ideas into reality.

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About us

traceless is a young company - with a big vision: a future free of pollution and waste! Our award-winning company was founded in Hamburg in 2020 by our female founding duo Anne and Johanna. By now we are a diverse team from different disciplines, ages and twelve nationalities, united by our common mission: to contribute to solving plastic pollution and build the regenerative industry of the future. To achieve this, we are working to bring our materials to market quickly and to build our first large-scale production facility in Hamburg-Harburg.

We have created a diverse, inclusive and fair working environment that we want to preserve and further develop. Therefore, we welcome all applications - regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age, and sexual orientation and identity. Because to tackle plastic pollution, it's going to take all of us.

You are interested? Great! Just upload your CV and a short cover letter in the application form. Alternatively, you can email them to us at careers@traceless.eu. We look forward to getting to know you!

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Your application!

Thank you for your interest in traceless materials GmbH. Please fill out the following short form. If you have any difficulties with uploading your data, please contact us via email at careers@traceless.eu.