Call for applications: ESA Student Internship Programme

Call for applications: ESA Student Internship Programme

The 2023 internship opportunities at ESA have been published! Opportunities are open for one month and positions are available in engineering, science, IT, natural/social sciences, business and administration services. This is your chance to kick-off your experience in space!

Who can apply

• Students, preferably in their final or second-to-last year of a university course at Master’s level.
• A citizen of one of ESA’s Member States and Associate Members. Nationals from Canada, as a Cooperating State, and Bulgaria and Cyprus as European Cooperating States may also apply

How to apply

Browse this year’s opportunities directly on our recruitment website accessible via the APPLY button. Create your candidate profile, upload your CV and add your motivation letter to submit your application. You can apply to a maximum of two internship positions, however within each internship opportunity there is no limit to the choice of topics.

Explore more

Check out our student internships page for further information, including the terms and conditions of the internships, and head to the FAQ page for answers to your most common queries.

What we offer

An enriching and highly valuable experience that could open doors to a career within Europe’s space sector, renowned research institutes or, of course, ESA itself. This is your chance to join an international, multicultural and friendly working environment.

ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. 

Be the first to hear about new opportunities at ESA by subscribing to our careers news or setting up a job alert. Follow us on social media and spread the word. This is your chance to ignite your potential. Apply now and kick off an experience in space!

Good luck with your application!