Why We Need This
Netism’s spaces need sustainable building — low-impact, durable, affordable, and replicable by non-experts.
What This Person Would Do
- Research emerging sustainable building materials and methods
- Evaluate structural integrity, cost, climate suitability, and construction ease
- Design prototypes for community-scale housing
- Write technical reports and educational articles
- Create YouTube videos on sustainable building
- Collaborate with off-grid and land teams
This is a volunteer position. Netism is a nonprofit spiritual organization — no one here is paid. We cover all role-related expenses. Your time creates real impact in real lives. This is the work of changing how humanity relates to itself, to the earth, and to the sacred. Read the 9 Points of Netism.
This is a volunteer position. Netism is a nonprofit spiritual organization. No one here is paid — not leadership, not staff, not contributors. We are building this together because we believe the world needs it. Netism covers all expenses tied to your role — event fees, software, travel, materials, and equipment. Your time is the only thing we cannot provide for you, and it is the most valuable thing you can give. Every hour you invest here creates real impact in real lives. This is not charity work — this is the work of changing how humanity relates to itself, to the earth, and to the sacred. Read the 9 Points of Netism to understand what you would be part of.
UrgencyMedium — Open Position
Time CommitmentProject-based, ongoing
CategoryResearch & Science
Role TypeResearcher / Scientist
LocationRemote (Anywhere)
What Netism CoversNetism covers all expenses related to this role, including event fees, software subscriptions, travel costs, and materials. We do not ask you to spend your own money to serve. All we ask for is your time, your skill, and your integrity. Includes testing materials, prototyping, publication fees.
Skills Required
- Background in architecture, civil engineering, or materials science
- Sustainable building methods knowledge
- Structural and climate performance evaluation
- Technical and accessible writing
Nice to Have
- Hands-on natural or alternative materials building
- Earthship, cob, straw bale, or hempcrete experience
- Passive solar design knowledge
- Building codes and permitting experience
- 3D printing or fabrication experience
