What is the Space Career Launchpad?
The Space Career Launchpad (SCL) is an initiative of the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Defence Industry and Space (DG DEFIS), designed to connect talent, skills and opportunities across the European space ecosystem.
The platform serves as a one-stop-shop for space careers and skills, bringing together students, graduates, professionals, educators and organisations. It helps bridge the gap between education, skills development and employment by providing access to career opportunities, learning resources, professional development guidance and networks across Europe.
Through the platform, users can discover internships, entry-level and senior positions, education and training opportunities, career guidance resources and pathways into the space sector. Organisations can promote opportunities, connect with emerging talent and engage with a growing community of space professionals and future workforce candidates.
By supporting connections between talent and employers, the Space Career Launchpad contributes to addressing skills shortages and strengthening a competitive, innovative and resilient European space workforce. The platform has been developed through consultation with industry, academia and other stakeholders to ensure it reflects the evolving needs of the European space ecosystem and will continue to grow through ongoing feedback and collaboration.
Whether you are looking to start your career, develop new skills, recruit talent, support learners or better understand the European space sector, the Space Career Launchpad provides tools and resources to help you navigate and contribute to the future of Europe’s space workforce.
What does the Space Career Launchpad offer?
Discover internships, entry-level opportunities, career guidance and learning resources designed to help you develop the skills needed for a career in the European space sector. Explore pathways, training and opportunities all in one place.
Connect with Europe's emerging space talent by publishing internships and vacancies free of charge. Increase the visibility of your organisation and reach students, graduates and professionals with the skills your organisation needs.
Access teaching materials, professional development opportunities and career guidance resources to support your own learning while helping students explore careers and skills in the European space sector.
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