Junior Professional Programme (JPP)

European Space Agency · schweiz

The European Space Agency offers a four-year Junior Professional Programme for early-career specialists with a Master’s degree and under three years of experience, providing a structured path toward a permanent role.

This programme is designed as a structured entry point for early-career professionals aiming for a long-term career at the European Space Agency. Participants commit to a four-year initial term to build expertise and gain hands-on experience, with the programme serving as a direct pathway to a permanent position within the organization.

Responsibilities

  • Support ESA initiatives by rotating through various departments and interacting with external stakeholders.
  • Play a role in major space missions, including Earth observation, planetary exploration, or satellite development, either directly or indirectly.
  • Collaborate with industry partners, research institutions, and other international space agencies while working across different ESA departments.

Requirements

  • Possess a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline.
  • Have fewer than three years of professional work experience.
  • Be a citizen of an ESA Member State, an Associate Member, or Canada as a Cooperating State.
  • Demonstrate a strong, long-term commitment to working at the European Space Agency.

What the company offers

  • A competitive salary.
  • Comprehensive health and social security coverage.
  • Generous leave entitlements.
  • Relocation support, including travel and accommodation assistance.
  • Dedicated mentoring and professional training to accelerate career growth.
  • Access to a tailored learning programme, including technical training, leadership workshops and personal development courses.

About the company

The European Space Agency operates as a truly international organization, employing staff from across its 23 Member States and beyond. The Junior Professional Programme offers participants the chance to work in a collaborative and diverse environment alongside experts from various disciplines and cultural backgrounds.

  • The European Space Agency operates as a truly international organization, employing staff from across its 23 Member States and beyond.
  • The Junior Professional Programme offers participants the chance to work in a collaborative and diverse environment alongside experts from various disciplines and cultural backgrounds.

How to apply

Documents to submit:

  • CV
  • Motivation letter

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