Working Student (f/m/x) in Natural Polymer-based Product Development

Your mission

We are solving global plastic pollution—and you will be part of the solution!

With our innovative technology, we produce an innovative and environmentally friendly biomaterial from plant-based residues from the agricultural industry – bio-based, plastic-free, and compostable. A material that leaves no harmful traces behind. We want to replace as much plastic as possible, and that's where you come in.

As a Working Student (f/m/x) in Natural Polymer-based Product Development, you will support us in making our materials suitable for a wide range of applications in order to make the greatest possible contribution to solving global plastic pollution! This role offers a great opportunity to gain operational experience at the interface between material science, process and product development. It makes a first-hand contribution in solving global plastic pollution, establishing traceless as the market leader for compostable plastic replacement materials. Your tasks will include:

• Active support of the Product Development group
• Carry out, document, evaluate and analyze relevant testing data across all the development stages of our materials or your own experiments
• Run and optimize lab- as well as pilot-scale polymer-conversion processes (injection moulding, film extrusion, etc.)
• Take active part within our projects for the technical fine-tuning of our materials towards real-life, impactful applications
• Be part of a diverse and open team and expand your operational experience

Where you will make a difference:

You will work in a dynamic and innovation Startu-Up environment in our new TechHub in Hamburg-Harbug, or at TUHH.

Your profile

• You are a student of material science, polymer science, chemistry, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, (bio)process engineering, or a comparable technical field of engineering
• You have (basic) knowledge of polymer processing and testing techniques
• You have a hands-on mentality, a practical mind-set and are not afraid to leave your comfort zone
• You are self-organized, conscientious, reliable and responsible
• You are innovative, open-minded, a team player and have a sense of humour
• You are available immediately
• You have good German and English skills (spoken and written)
• You are interested in getting involved in the varied day-to-day work of a startup

Don't meet every single requirement? We'd 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.

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!