Positions are now open for Junior Professionals! Do you have a strong interest in space? Do you...
Positions are now open for Junior Professionals! Do you have a strong interest in space? Do you aspire to channel your knowledge, interest and experience into a career in the space sector? Open to Master's degree graduates with two to three years of professional experience, this programme offers a three-year placement with the opportunity to join ESA's permanent workforce upon completion of the assignment.
As a Junior Professional at ESA, you will benefit from exciting learning and development opportunities tailored to your skills and interests.
You will participate in technical and key skills training courses, build up specific skills on the job and receive support and tutoring from ESA experts to enable you to launch your career at ESA. Find out more below.
How do I apply? Search for Junior Professional Programme vacancies here.
If you took part in one of our entry-level programmes, the time spent on the programme counts towards the experience requirement.
Nationals from Latvia, Lithuania and Slovenia, as Associate Members, or Canada as a Cooperating State, can apply as well.
Please note that basic eligibility pre-screening questions regarding nationality and qualifications are asked on completion of the ESA online application form.
Learn everything you need to know about the Junior Professional Programme, employment conditions, recruitment and timeline for applications here and head to the dedicated FAQ page for answers to your most common queries.
Working life at ESA. Want to learn more about working at ESA? Take a look at our pages on life at ESA and work-life balance.
Go to our Junior Professional Programme dedicated FAQ page.