Research Intern

As an intern at Matoha, you will help us with the various measurement tasks, sample analysis and quality control of our innovative products - near-infrared spectrometers to help the world sort out the huge amount of plastic and textile waste. Each tonne of fabric or plastic waste recycled (for which using identification machines such as ours is essential) helps conserve natural resources and prevents pollution from being released - helping save the planet, one machine at a time. As we are a startup and a small company, your work will have a real impact - on the planet and on our company. You will collaborate with our young and dynamic team - we expect you to be proactive, able to work independently and have a "get it done" spirit. The work is in person, in our office in London SW9 6DE. The standard working hours are 9am - 5pm Monday-Friday - no night or weekend shifts. There is also some flexibility around these hours and whilst there is no mandatory overtime, any (voluntary) overtime is paid. We have excellent transport connections - London Underground (Oval station) is just 3 minutes walk and trains (Vauxhall station) is 15 mins. We’re open to candidates who are available full-time over the summer - 3 months. Responsibilities * Testing our devices and our software (quality control) * Helping with R\&D tasks * Testing fabric and plastic samples Must be/have * Keen interest in technology (and you can demonstrate it to us during an interview) * Ability to perform tasks that require focus for a long time * Professional working English proficiency * Autonomous and reliable * Right to work in the UK (we are unable to sponsor visa) * Completed A-levels or equivalent. What's great in the job? * Fast moving, dynamic start-up company \& young team * Great team of smart people, in a friendly and open culture * Real and strongly positive impact on the planet / environment * Expand your skills and knowledge in a green-tech startup What We Offer * Salary of £12\.71/h * Standard holiday \& sick pay terms Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Zero hours contract, Internship Contract length: 3 months Pay: £12\.71 per hour Benefits: * Casual dress * Company events * Transport links Application question(s): * This is an in-person role. What is your commute time to SW9 6DE? * What is your type of right to work (e.g. UK citizen, visa), and if limited in time, how much is left? * Are you available to start around late September and work at least 2 days/week for at least 3 months? (if not, please don't apply) Please note your availability below. Work authorisation: * United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person