Intern in the Communication Department - Digital Content and Outreach for International Audiences - European Space Agency (Darmstadt)

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:

• Explore ways to make articles, information sheets, and other content more accessible and engaging for the public through ESA's new content management system
• Support fact-checking and research activities
• Review translated content
• Contribute to the creation and distribution of digital and audiovisual materials
• Support new outreach initiatives
• Contribute to the development of audiovisual communication products for international audiences

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 (good kn…), French (good kn…), German (native-…), Polish (asset), Czech (asset)
• Key skills: Digital communications, Public outreach, Content creation, Fact-checking, Research

Contract and working arrangements

Contract duration: Internship.

Working arrangements: On-site, ESOC, Darmstadt, Germany.

Hiring unit: Director General's Services, ESA Member States Outreach Office.

Position details

Reference

1452918633

Last Verified

4 November 2026

Position overview

This is the official EU Careers listing for Intern in the Communication Department - Digital Content and Outreach for International Audiences at ESA based in Darmstadt (Traineeship). The vacancy reference is 1452918633.

Job Requisition ID:20939

Date Posted:1 November 2026

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

Publication Method:External Only

Directorate:Director General's Services

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

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.

Application timeline

This vacancy was first listed on 4 November 2026, 3 days ago.

The application deadline is 30 November 2026, 21 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 4 November 2026 (3 days ago).

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 Darmstadt see our Darmstadt location page.

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