Job Requisition ID: 20971

Date Posted: 1 November 2026

Application Deadline: 30 November 2026 23:59 CET/CEST

Publication Method: External Only

Type of Appointment (learn more): Intern

Directorate: Space Transportation

Workplace: Paris, FR

Location
ESA Headquarters, Paris, France

Our team and mission
The Propulsion Test Facilities and Services team (STS-IF), part of the Infrastructure Department, is responsible for the stewardship of ESA-owned propulsion test facilities.

The team ensures that these facilities, operated by industry and public-sector partners, remain fully operational and available to support current and future propulsion development activities. It is also responsible for setting up, managing and monitoring the contractual framework with the different facility operators.

Candidates interested are encouraged to visit the ESA website: http://www.esa.int

Field(s) of activity for the internship
You can choose between the following topics:

1) Topic 1: Maintenance and Enhancement of Pre-Engineering and Programme Management Tools
You will contribute to the maintenance, enhancement and deployment of internal STS-IF pre-engineering and programme management tools by:

• ​maintaining and upgrading STS-IF internal engineering and programme management tools;
• ensuring that tools can be easily installed and operated on ESA workstations and, where appropriate, made accessible through web-based interfaces;
• improving tool robustness and compatibility with evolving Windows, Python and Streamlit environments;
• ​developing new functionalities and enhancing existing features/functions based on user needs;
• ​facilitating access to the tools for other ESA users;
• ​preparing and delivering demonstrations and presentations of new functionalities;
• ​assessing the feasibility of long-term maintenance of these tools by ESA IT services.

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​2) Topic 2: Identification of Artificial Intelligence Applications to streamline STS-IF activities
You will analyse STS-IF activities and develop proposals for the use of AI to improve efficiency and reduce administrative workload in areas such as:

• action tracking and follow-up;
• preparation of presentations and briefing materials;
• ​equipment price monitoring and market intelligence;
• ​automated generation of status reports.

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3) ​Topic 3: Development of a Maintenance Planning and Prioritisation Tool for Test Facilities
​You will design and develop a tool to support the management of propulsion test facility maintenance activities, including:

• ​recording main maintenance tasks and related cost estimates;
• ​prioritising activities based on operational needs and available resources;
• ​generating summaries and management reporting to support decision-making.

Behavioural competencies
Result Orientation
Operational Efficiency
Fostering Cooperation
Relationship Management
Continuous Improvement
Forward Thinking

For more information, please refer to ESA Core Behavioural Competencies guidebook

Education
You must be a university student, preferably in your final or second-to-last year of university course at Master's level. In addition, you must be able to prove that you will be enrolled at your university for the entire duration of the internship.

Additional requirements
The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another ESA Member State language is an asset.

During the interview, your motivation for applying to this role will be explored.

Following skills are considered an advantage:

• Python programming;
• knowledge of Streamlit;
• knowledge of AI;
• knowledge of project management;
• knowledge of fluid dynamics.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness
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, religious beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics.

At the Agency we value diversity, and we welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible, we seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace. The Human Resources Department can also provide assistance during the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss this further, please contact us via email at [email protected].

Important Information and Disclaimer
During the recruitment process, the Agency may request applicants to undergo selection tests.

Applicants must be eligible to access information, technology, and hardware which is subject to European or US export control and sanctions regulations.

The information published on ESA’s careers website regarding internship conditions is correct at the time of publication. It is not intended to be exhaustive and may not address all questions you would have.

Nationality
Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.

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