INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Allbirds, a new San Francisco based start-up, was launched in March 2016 by Tim Brown, a former professional soccer player, and Joey Zwillinger, a biotech engineer. At Allbirds they’re on a mission to prove comfort, good design and sustainability don’t have to be mutually exclusive. They are dedicated to making the most sustainable footwear possible using premium natural materials, designed for the to and fro of everyday life. Their commitment to making better shoes in a better way is fueled by a belief that the shoe industry needs to focus less on flash and more on thoughtfulness. With funding from both the leading venture capitalists in consumer products and the founding CEO’s of some of the greatest e-commerce businesses in recent history, their desire to shake up the shoe industry is off to a great start. In fact, TIME already called their first shoe, the Wool Runners, the most comfortable in the world, and there is much more to come.

With the business growing quickly, Allbirds is seeking a product or textile design intern to work closely with Head of Design Jamie McLellan and the product development team. Allbirds is looking for someone with specialization in knitting techniques and/or sustainable textiles.

WORK WILL INCLUDE:

You should be driven by new product creation, have an interest in sustainable/natural materials, and be excited about working in a fast paced, venture funded start-up environment in San Francisco.

SUITED TO CANDIDATES GRADUATING WITH:

Bachelor of Design, majoring in textiles or product design.

PREFERRED DATES:

12 weeks, starting February 2018

RECRUITMENT

Applications for this role have been extended until 5pm on Monday 25 September.

NEED TO KNOW:

• Before applying for this scholarship it is your responsibility to ensure you meet the criteria: https://internz.aut.ac.nz/students/international-internships/aut-internz-regulations
• One AUT Internz scholarship will be offered to intern at Allbirds during 2018.
• Scholarships will cover airfares to and from San Francisco, a 1-year US visa, a stipend to support living costs, and travel and health insurance.
• Application period extended: Apply for this role by 5pm on Monday 25 September.

STEPS TO APPLY:

• Log in to AUT Internz*.
• Search under Public Internships to view this role.
• Select 'Send me details' to receive an application form via email.
• Complete and submit the application by 5pm on Monday 25 September.

*If you don't already have an AUT Internz-approved profile, please sign up now as it may take up to one week to complete and approve your profile.