R&D Fundraising - Internship

About this position

Company Description

RE:LAB is a design and innovation company specialized in shaping the interaction between people and complex technologies.

Since 2004, we have been working on products and systems used daily across the automotive, industrial, and consumer sectors. Our goal is to make advanced technology understandable, safe, and natural to use.

We don’t just design interfaces. We design experiences that bring together design, engineering, human factors, and artificial intelligence. Our multidisciplinary team tackles real-world challenges in highly complex contexts, where quality and reliability are essential.

We partner with global companies when user experience is not a detail, but a critical factor for a product’s success—when adoption, safety, and user trust truly make the difference.

At RE:LAB, we believe technology should feel human. This belief guides the way we work, the design decisions we make, and the relationships we build every day.

Designing human experiences for complex technologies.

Position

To support our R&D and innovation activities, we are looking for an R&D Fundraising Intern (extracurricular internship) to contribute to proposal writing and research project development activities.

The internship offers the opportunity to work on European and national funding programmes, supporting the preparation of project proposals and collaborating with multidisciplinary technical teams.

Main Activities

• Support the drafting and structuring of research and innovation project proposals, particularly within European funding frameworks.
• Contribute to the preparation of technical and impact sections in collaboration with engineers, designers, and researchers.
• Assist in the definition of project objectives, work packages, timelines, and deliverables.
• Support partner coordination and collection of inputs during proposal preparation.
• Contribute to the preparation of supporting documentation and internal project materials.
• Participate in monitoring ongoing R&D initiatives and related reporting activities.

Requirements

• Master’s degree (or currently enrolled in a Master’s programme) in European Project Design (Europrogettazione), European Studies, International Relations, Innovation Management, or related fields.
• Strong interest in research funding programmes and innovation ecosystems.
• Excellent writing and structuring skills, particularly in English.
• Ability to synthesize complex technical information into clear and structured text.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

Other information

Internship Details

• Duration: 6 months
• Schedule: Full-time
• Start date: To be agreed based on candidate availability
• Work location: On-site, Reggio Emilia HQ

Our Promise

We build technology for people—and that same principle guides how we work together. At RE:LAB, you’ll find more than a role: a place where ideas are valued, growth is supported, and individual perspectives contribute to meaningful innovation.

Our Values in Action

• Integrity first: we act with transparency and responsibility in every decision, project, and interaction.
• Diversity as a strength: different backgrounds and viewpoints help us solve complex problems better.
• Inclusion by design: we encourage open dialogue and create space for everyone to contribute.
• Growth mindset: we support continuous learning and professional development through real projects and shared expertise.

Ready to shape the future of human–machine interaction?

Join a team that values both advanced technology and human connection.