Final call to apply to the European Space Agency (ESA) Student Internship Programme
The countdown is on! The 2024 call for applications for ESA’s Student Internship Programme closes on 30 November. This is your moment to take the first step towards an extraordinary career in space. Explore this year’s internship opportunities on our job portal and imagine yourself contributing to the next breakthroughs in space. Craft your profile, upload your CV and share your passion in your motivation letter. Don’t just dream of space—become a part of it! Apply today and set your career on a trajectory for success with ESA.
ESA Student Internships overview
The ESA Student Internship Program offers internships ranging from three to six months. These internships provide students with the opportunity to work on real projects at ESA, gaining valuable experience and insights into the world of space exploration. Interns have the chance to work alongside experienced professionals and contribute to ESA's missions and projects.
Eligible Countries
To be eligible for the ESA Student Internships you need to be a citizen of an ESA Member State (Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom) or an Associate Member or Cooperating State (Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Canada, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Malta).
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the ESA Student Internship Program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Be a student, preferably in the final or second-to-last year of a Master's degree program.
Be enrolled at a university for the entire duration of the internship.
Be a citizen of one of the countries mentioned above
ESA Student Internships Programme Benefits
The ESA Student Internship Program offers numerous benefits, including:
Hands-on Experience: Gain practical experience in the space industry. Interns at ESA can expect to gain hands-on experience in various fields, including engineering, science, IT, natural and social sciences, business, economics, and administrative services. Interns will work on real projects, contributing to ESA's missions and gaining valuable insights into the space industry.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals and other interns.
Career Development: Enhance your resume and gain valuable skills for your future career.
Cultural Exchange: Work in an international environment and experience different cultures.
Application Procedure
The application process for the ESA Student Internship Program involves below steps:
1. Browse Opportunities: Visit ESA's recruitment website to explore the available internship opportunities.
2. Select your internship: Select the opportunity that most interests you and fits best with your academic background and aspirations. You can apply to a maximum of two internship positions, however within each internship opportunity there is no limit to the choice of topics.
3. Create a Profile: Create a candidate profile on the ESA recruitment website.
4. Apply and Upload Documents: Upload your CV and a motivation letter and answer few questions explaining your interest in the internship.
5. Selection Process: Applications are reviewed, and candidates are shortlisted and selected. The selection process typically takes place between December and January, with internships starting as early as February and running until October.
ℹ️ The starting date of the internship is flexible (between February and October of the same year) and can be decided by mutual agreement with your tutor.
🗓️ Application Deadline for 2025 cohort: 30 Nov. 2024
🌐ℹ️ For further information, visit the official webpage of ESA Student Internship Programme by clicking button below.
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