Anticipating the growing need for professionals with scientific, engineering, and technical skills, particularly in the highly innovative space industry, it is essential to ensure that the next generation of professionals are equipped with the necessary skills and experience.
CASSINI is the EU’s answer to supporting entrepreneurs and helping to turbocharge the growth of start-ups. However, university students and young graduates passionate about space are also supported by EU initiatives.
DG DEFIS has launched two initiatives to help young professionals enter the space sector:
The Space Career Launchpad is a placement scheme to help university students and young graduates find internships and jobs for gaining hands-on experience in local space companies. It acts as a virtual community and gateway to the broader EU space ecosystem.
The platform features a job board for internships and entry-level positions, internship vouchers to financially support students during their first work experiences, and educational resources to guide students through space-related education programmes and career paths.
Have you ever imagined designing the next big invention, launching a startup and being an entrepreneur, or exploring your fit in the space industry? Then, the CASSINI Space Camps are for you! No experience? No problem. Just bring your curiosity, and we’ll handle the rest.
This programme is designed to inspire younger students (aged 14-18) to pursue a career in the space sector.
The EU Space Academy Learning Platform is a free online programme through which entrepreneurs can learn from top academics, industry leaders, and EUSPA experts.
The Knowledge Centre on Earth Observation (KCEO) helps EU policymakers leverage this growing wealth of knowledge to the fullest. It will assess the demands outlined in EU policies and translate them into technical requirements for Earth Observation products and services.