Job Requisition ID: 20939

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: Director General's Services

Workplace: Darmstadt, DE

Location
ESOC, Darmstadt, Germany

Our team and mission
The ESA Member States Outreach Office is responsible for all media and public relations between the European Space Agency and its member states.
The team, based at ESA ESOC in Darmstadt, Germany, focuses on Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Poland and the Czech Republic.
They work with governments, the press and the general public to inform and educate about all of our space activities, from astronauts to asteroids, Earth observation to satellites flying to Jupiter.

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

Field(s) of activity for the internship
Topic of the internship: Digital Content and Outreach for International Audiences

How do we engage diverse audiences across Europe? How can we make the best use of digital platforms to share compelling stories about space? What types of outreach activities help bring these stories to life and connect with people?

By joining the Communications team at ESA's European Space Operations Centre (ESOC), you will gain hands-on experience in digital communications and public outreach. Working alongside experienced professionals, you will develop your understanding of how international organisations create and deliver effective, integrated communication campaigns in a multilingual environment.

Your tasks will include:

• exploring ways to make articles, information sheets, and other content more accessible and engaging for the public through ESA's new content management system;
• supporting fact-checking and research activities;
• reviewing translated content;
• contributing to the creation and distribution of digital and audiovisual materials.

Depending on your interests and skills, additional tasks may include:

• supporting new outreach initiatives;
• contributing to the development of audiovisual communication products for international audiences.

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.

Due to the nature of this position, native-level proficiency in German is mandatory.
Knowledge of Polish and/or Czech language is an asset.

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.

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. Applicants from Canada as a Cooperating State can apply as well as those from Bulgaria, Croatia and Malta as European Cooperating States (ECS).

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