Intern in the Commercialisation Department - Ventures and Finance Office - European Space Agency (Paris)

About this position

The summary below is published by European Space Agency on the official vacancy notice. Our own analysis — salary realism, comparable openings, career trajectory, language profile — follows further down the page.

Key responsibilities

According to the vacancy notice, the role centres on the following duties:

• Identify opportunities to automate repetitive or manual processes within market research, financial assessments, and application tracking
• Contribute to the design and development of simple internal tools (e.g., dashboards, templates, or scripts) to streamline data analysis and reporting
• Support integration and upkeep of document repositories or shared databases used in engagement and tracking efforts
• Work with the team to pilot and evaluate automation tools to enhance operational efficiency
• Provide hands-on support to companies during their application process, offering clear guidance and responsive assistance
• Collaborate with internal teams to create effective marketing materials, case studies, and outreach content tailored to different industry segments
• Assist in organising and supporting industry events, webinars, and matchmaking activities that foster ecosystem engagement
• Conduct research to identify and evaluate potential candidate companies within the space sector

Are you eligible?

Check these requirements from the notice before investing time in an application:

• Education: University student, preferably in final or second-to-last year of Master's level course, with proof of enrollment for the entire duration of the internship
• Languages: English, French
• Key skills: Strong analytical and organisational skills, Ability to identify inefficiencies and propose automation solutions within existing workflows using Microsoft-based platforms, Knowledge of the financial ecosystem and understanding of the investment lifecycle of a company, Knowledge of the European space ecosystem and space economy, Proactive and autonomous work style

Contract and working arrangements

Working arrangements: ESA Headquarters, Paris, France.

Hiring unit: Access to Finance, Ventures and Analytics Office, Commercialisation and Industry Partnership Directorate.

Position details

Reference

1452920533

Last Verified

3 November 2026

Position overview

This is the official EU Careers listing for Intern in the Commercialisation Department - Ventures and Finance Office at ESA based in Paris (Traineeship). The vacancy reference is 1452920533.

Job Requisition ID:20983

Date Posted:1 November 2026

Closing Date:30 November 2026 23:59 CET/CEST

Publication Method:External Only

Directorate:Commercialisation and Industry Partnership

Location ESA Headquarters, Paris, France

Our team and mission

The Access to Finance, Ventures and Analytics Office is responsible for developing measures to encourage, assist and ease access to finance for space entities and commercial projects, including support to venture capital investment and support to secure debt or loans. In addition, the office provides expertise in business analytics and automation, supporting both the operation and impact assessment of the CIP programmes and support schemes (including financing activities). It also contributes to the development of a comprehensive and effective commercial and institutional market intelligence, making full use of and coordinating with relevant areas across ESA.

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

Field(s) of activity for the internship

You can choose among the following topics:

1) Topic 1: Process Automation and Digital Tools

- identify opportunities to automate repetitive or manual processes within market research, financial assessments, and application tracking; - contribute to the design and development of simple internal tools (e.g., dashboards, templates, or scripts) to streamline data analysis and reporting; - support integration and upkeep of document repositories, or shared databases used in engagement and tracking efforts; - work with the team to pilot and evaluate automation tools to enhance operational efficiency.

2) Topic 2: Communication and Relationshi p with Industry

- provide hands-on support to companies during their application process, offering clear guidance and responsive assistance; - collaborate with internal teams to create effective marketing materials, case studies, and outreach content tailored to different industry segments; - assist in organising and supporting industry events, webinars, and matchmaking activities that foster ecosystem engagement.

3) Topic 3: Space Market Research and Business Analysis

- conduct research to identify and evaluate potential candidate companies within the space sector, supporting the development of a comprehensive and up-to-date ecosystem map; - analyse business plans submitted by applicant companies, assessing their viability, innovation potential, and alignment with evolving space industry trends; - support internal efforts to refine financial assessment processes, including data collection, scoring frameworks, and benchmarking practices; - monitor and report on emerging industry trends, contributing insights for future thematic programme campaigns and strategic focus areas.

Behavioural competencies

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.

You are proactive and autonomous with strong analytical and organisational skills. You are able to identify inefficiencies and propose automation solutions within existing workflows using Microsoft-based platforms.

You have knowledge of the financial ecosystem and an understanding of the investment lifecycle of a company, as well as knowledge of the European space ecosystem and space economy.

The following are considered assets:

- experience with Microsoft 365 tools, particularly advanced Excel functions and macros, Power BI and Power Automate for process optimisation and reporting; - a demonstrated interest in space technologies and start-ups; practical experience gained in a space start-up; - knowledge and background in economics, finance or business administration; - knowledge and background in marketing and communication.

Application timeline

This vacancy was first listed on 3 November 2026, today.

The application deadline is 30 November 2026, 26 days from today. Late applications are not accepted, so submit through the official EU Careers portal well in advance.

Last verified against the EU Careers feed on 3 November 2026.

Where to learn more

For headcount, mission, and other open vacancies at ESA see the ESA institution page; for the cost of living, correction coefficient, and other postings in Paris see our Paris location page.

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