Upcycling & Fabrication Intern
Who We Are
Job Description
The Interchange
Hands-on • Creative • Circular economy • Min 3 months • In-person (Queenstown/Bukit Merah)
The Interchange is a circular economy studio focused on turning overlooked waste streams such as PP woven rice bags, PVC banners, and foil packaging into functional everyday items. We work closely with communities and seniors, and run hands-on workshops alongside our R&D and product development work.
We’re looking for an intern who enjoys making, experimenting, and working with unconventional materials, and who wants real exposure to upcycling, sewing, and community-based design.
1. Upcycling, Sewing & Fabrication
- Assist with sewing samples and prototypes
- Prepare and refine templates for upcycled products
- Cut, test, and work with non-traditional materials (rice bags, banners, foil, etc.)
- Support basic sewing machine setup and maintenance
*No sewing experience is required – we’ll teach you.
However, you must be willing to practice on your own time to build confidence and skill.
2. R&D & Material Testing
- Test new waste materials and document outcomes
- Assist in developing and improving upcycled product ideas
- Help translate experiments into repeatable processes
3. Workshops & Community Support
- Assist in public, corporate, and senior workshops
- Help guide participants through simple sewing steps
- Support workshop setup, teardown, and logistics
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- Interested in circular economy, upcycling, or sustainability
- Good with hands; enjoys DIY, sewing, or making things
- Curious, experimental, and open to trying new materials
- Comfortable working in a workshop and community setting
- Able to follow instructions and work independently after guidance
Bonus (not required):
- Sewing experience
- Design, fashion, or industrial design background
- Basic documentation or content skills
COMMITMENT
- Mon–Fri, ~10am–7pm
- May have weekend workshops
- Minimum 3 months
- In-person only
