Intern in the Systems Department - Concurrent Engineering and Future Missions Section
- No experience required
About the job
## Location ESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands ## Our team and mission The Systems Department is responsible for Systems Engineering, its implementation within Projects and In Orbit Demonstration and the innovative solutions - in terms of technology and methodology - enhancing its effectiveness: Artificial Intelligence, Advanced Simulation, Augmented Reality, Concurrent and Collaborative Engineering, Cost Engineering, Digital Engineering, MBSE, Sustainability.
Standardisation is also within the responsibility of the Systems Department, ensuring that processes are formalised and shared cross the broad community of space stakeholders. The post you are applying for will be very much connected with the concurrent design environment (e.g. Concurrent Design Facility – ESA - Concurrent Design Facility ) and the digital tools enhancing collaboration (e.g.
MBSE); moreover, you will get involved in diverse multidisciplinary tasks touching upon all the areas of competence of the Systems Department, making the experience unique and enriching.
Candidates interested are encouraged to visit the ESA website: http://www.esa.int ## Field(s) of activity for the internship You will learn about competencies required to cover the role of a Systems Engineer by: - Actively participating in and supporting: - systems and concurrent engineering activities (including CDF Studies); - technology developments (e.g.
Digital Engineering, MBSE, Augmented Reality, AI and the innovative trends as identified by the ESA Technology Vision 2040); - design models and methodologies developments (including MBSE, design to cost, sustainability and Zero Debris roadmaps implementation, etc.). - Investigating how technology developments in digitalisation (e.g. MBSE, AI) and improved visualisation solutions (e.g.
VR/AR) will shape integrated digital environments connecting data, processes and people. ## 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.
Knowledge and background in Engineering is an asset, as well as the following: - knowledge and background in Systems Engineering, Mission Analysis and other system-related disciplines; - knowledge and background in (model based) Systems Engineering and familiarity with COMET or similar tools; - programming experience in either C-sharp and/or Python; - proficiency with office automation software and customisation (e.g.
Microsoft SharePoint and Excel); - experience with SysML and modelling tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler, Enterprise Architect or Capella; - experience with engineering tools such as MATLAB Simulink, CATIA, ASTOS, ECOSIM pro; - experience with web application development (front and back-end); - practical experience with AR/VR/XR technologies, such as Hololens, Blender, Unity, Physx or similar. ## 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 ESA.Student.Internships@esa.int . ## 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.
From European Space Agency (ESA)'s job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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