?? Remote / Hybrid (Ireland) | ?? 12 Weeks | Jan–Apr **** | ?? Unpaid (with future paid opportunities)
Mesh Bioplastics
is rethinking how the world makes and uses plastic.
We're developing
VariControl
, a cutting-edge AI platform for smart, circular plastics manufacturing, and launching a line of
sustainable bioplastics
— designed to reduce waste, meet strict regulatory standards, and support a zero-waste future.
This is an opportunity to work
inside a real Irish deep-tech startup
, build tangible portfolio projects, and be part of something genuinely impactful.
We're looking for
motivated, curious and ambitious students
who want to learn fast, contribute meaningfully, and grow alongside a company positioned at the frontier of sustainability, technology, and manufacturing.
Tasks
?? Computing / Computer Science Student (1 Role)
Focus:
Revamp our website & digital experience, improve mobile UX/UI, and integrate light tech functionality.
Modernise website and improve mobile responsiveness
Build landing pages & analytics to track engagement
Optional: Explore lightweight AI integrations and automation
Ideal skills:
HTML/CSS/JS, UX/UI, CMS (WordPress/Webflow), curiosity to build real things.
?? Software / AI / Data Science Student (1 Role)
Focus:
Support the development of VariControl — real-time AI for circular manufacturing.
Assist in prototyping data models and dashboards
Clean and structure manufacturing and sensor data
Build lightweight tools to support pilot testing and reporting
Ideal skills:
Python, data science fundamentals, analytics, or AI/ML interest.
?? Engineering / Manufacturing Technology Student (1 Role)
Focus:
Help bridge digital tech and shop-floor manufacturing.
Map injection moulding and plastics processing workflows
Define machine integration requirements for VariControl
Support ESG documentation and process mapping for pilots
Ideal backgrounds:
Manufacturing, mechanical, polymer, or mechatronics.
?? Business Student (1 Role)
Focus:
Commercial structure, investor readiness, market intelligence.
Build and structure our investor data room
Support financial model refinement and benchmarking
Help prepare pitch decks, summaries, and structured reporting
Ideal skills:
Excel/Sheets, market analysis, structured thinking, clear communication.
?? Marketing / Creative Media Student (1 Role)
Focus:
Brand voice, visual identity, storytelling, campaigns.
Define company brand tone, colours, and style guides
Create content for LinkedIn, website and campaigns
Help launch awareness initiatives for VariControl and sustainable medical devices
Ideal skills:
Canva/Adobe, creative storytelling, brand building.
?? Regulatory / Environmental Science Student (1 Role)
Focus:
Support ESG and compliance strategy as we scale.
Track and summarise relevant regulatory developments (e.g. Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation)
Assist in building ESG and sustainability reporting frameworks
Research international regulatory pathways for market expansion
Ideal backgrounds:
Environmental science, regulatory affairs, policy, ESG.
Requirements
A
can-do attitude
and eagerness to take ownership of real projects.
Willingness to
challenge yourself
, learn quickly, and work in a fast-paced, evolving startup.
Strong communication skills
and ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
Interest in at least one of the following areas: AI, sustainability, manufacturing innovation, product design, or business strategy.
Comfortable with
problem-solving and experimentation
— perfection is less important than progress and initiative.
Reliable, self-motivated, and able to
deliver results with minimal supervision
.
Eligible for a 12-week placement (January–April ****).
?? Previous experience isn't required — what matters is curiosity, drive, and a willingness to grow.
Benefits
?? Why Join Us?
Work on real problems with real-world impact
in a fast-moving deep-tech startup.
Build
portfolio-ready work
that stands out to future employers.
Experience
AI, sustainability, and manufacturing innovation
from the inside.
Flexible remote work with optional group meetups (Tom Crean Centre / Cork).
Future opportunities for
paid work or employment
as the company grows.
Applications are welcome from all Irish universities and technical institutions.
We especially encourage students in:
Computer Science / Software Engineering
Data Science / AI / ML
Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, or Polymer Engineering
Business / Finance / Marketing / Communications
Environmental Science / Sustainability / Regulatory Studies
?? Placements: January – April ****
?? Remote with optional meetups
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