Internship: Strategic Partnerships & Business Development at BOAS Save Fashion For Good

Help us to stop the dumping of fashion by making the fashion industry real circular — one killer partnership at a time.
BOAS is looking for a driven, outgoing, and diplomatic intern to support our founder in building high-impact partnerships. From launching our franchise formula to helping brands embrace resale, you’ll play a key role in making secondhand the new black.

About BOAS

BOAS is THE fast vintage fashion platform saving high-quality clothes from being burned or dumped. Every year, over 100 billion garments are produced — and more than 60% ends up in landfills or incinerated within a year. Fashion has become one of the most polluting industries on the planet, responsible for up to 10% of global carbon emissions.

We’re here to turn that around.

We rescue secondhand, overstock, and returns and turn them into unique, circular statement pieces — sold through our stores and webshop. On top of that we donate 90% of profits to the most effective charities in the world.

Our mission: Save fashion for good

We believe circularity should be the norm and never go out of fashion. So we're working to scale fast — through franchise opportunities and by partnering with fashion brands to set up in-store vintage corners that make resale relevant, stylish, and accessible.

What will you do?

You’ll work closely with our founder to develop strategic collaborations and expand the BOAS footprint:

• Initiate and lead conversations with fashion brands and retailers to introduce secondhand to their customers in the form of curated vintage corners — making the case for secondhand as a driver of sustainability, engagement, and customer loyalty.
• Scout and onboard potential franchise partners who want to launch their own BOAS location.
• Use insights and storytelling (yes, even clotheslines full of fashion’s dirty laundry) to challenge industry norms and show the beauty of circular fashion.
• Support the development of business cases, pitch decks and outreach strategies.
• Conduct market research on resale, franchise retail, and sustainability trends in Europe and beyond.
• Help organize meetings, pilots, and pop-up activations that bring the BOAS vision to life.
• Build and manage a network of sustainable retailers, innovators, and impact partners.

Who are you?

• A natural communicator who loves connecting with people — from fashionbrand owners to corporate sustainability leads.
• Strategic and curious: you understand what motivates people and businesses.
• Entrepreneurial and proactive — you’re not afraid to contact, go to events, follow up, or try new angles.
• Passionate about sustainability, circular fashion, and changing how the industry works.
• Fluent in Dutch (English is a plus).
• You’re not just looking for an internship — you want to be part of a mission.

Bonus points if you:

• Study or have studied business, marketing, innovation, or sustainability.
• Have experience in business development, sales, or retail partnerships.
• Are interested in fashion-tech innovations (like our resale robot VNYX 👀).

What we offer you:

• The chance to work at a high-impact circular fashion startup with a clear mission.
• Direct collaboration with our founder (Romy) and access to key decision-makers.
• A role where your work creates visible change — and new opportunities for BOAS.
• Freedom to pitch your ideas, take initiative, and help shape our growth strategy.
• An inspiring and purpose-driven work environment in the heart of Amsterdam.
• €200/month internship fee
• If you’re a great fit, we’re open to long-term opportunities.

Let’s make circular cool — together

Want to be part of the change? Send us your motivation and CV and tell us why you're the right person to help BOAS grow. If we see a match, we’ll invite you for a trial day to get to know each other.

Because dumping and burning clothes is so last season;-)