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Explore the frontier of space economy as a Graduate Trainee in ESA, a leading authority in space exploration and commercialization.
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Salary
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Location
Wien, AT - Hybrid
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
An exhilarating chance to work with the European Space Agency (ESA), a leading global powerhouse in the exploration and commercialisation of space. As an equal opportunity employer, the ESA values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
Role Summary
- Report to the Head of the Industrial Policy and Space Economy Division.
- Work at the European Space Policy Institute in Vienna, Austria.
- Support the Space Economy team and run the ECSECO secretariat.
- Conduct activities such as preparation and support for meetings, managing applications and renewals, overseeing communication, and act point of contact for all members.
Role Requirements
- Must have completed or be in the final year of Masters in economics.
- Possess robust interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a multicultural team setting.
- Knowledge about ESA and its programmes/projects is beneficial.
Application Process Details
- May require undergoing selection tests during the recruitment process.
- Successful candidates will undergo a basic screening, conducted by an external background screening service.
- Applications only considered from certain specified states.
The European Space Agency is looking for a Graduate Trainee in Space Economy and Commerce. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team at the forefront of space economy and commerce.
The Role: As a Graduate Trainee, you will report to the Head of the Industrial Policy and Space Economy Division, and will be hosted at the European Space Policy Institute in Vienna, Austria. You will support the work of the Space Economy team and of the Commercialisation Department by running the secretariat of the ECSECO, with the support of ESPI. Your activities will include preparing and supporting meetings, managing applications and renewals of members, managing communication on ESCECO and its events, and being the point of contact for all members or applicants.
Job Requirements: You should have just completed, or be in the final year of your master’s degree in economics. You should have good interpersonal and communication skills and should be able to work in a multicultural environment, both independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of ESA and its programmes/projects is a plus.
Benefits: ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. Applications from women are encouraged.
Application Details: During the recruitment process, the Agency may request applicants to undergo selection tests. Additionally, successful candidates will need to undergo basic screening before appointment, which will be conducted by an external background screening service, in compliance with the European Space Agency's security procedures.
Please note that applications can only be considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Nationals from Latvia, Lithuania and Slovakia as Associate Member States, or Canada as a Cooperating State, can apply as well as those from Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and Malta as European Cooperating States (ECS).
