Graduate Trainee: Space Commercialisation & Growth

EUROPEAN SPACE AGENCY; Klaterbuurt; On-site; EUR 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

European Space Agency (ESA) seeks a Luxembourgish National Graduate Trainee in Human and Robotic Exploration Commercialisation to gain hands-on exposure across space markets. You will work with the Business in Space Growth Network and cross‑sector initiatives to turn space exploration into commercial opportunities.

You should recently have completed or be in the final year of a Master’s degree in business, economics or a relevant discipline, with strong communication skills and an ability to

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business, economics or a relevant scientific or technical discipline.
• Knowledge of ESA programmes and projects.
• Recent Master’s graduates or final year students.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills in a multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Explore the emerging LEO and lunar economy and assess new commercial stations, transport systems and in-orbit services.
• Engage with industries beyond space to identify potential partnerships and market opportunities.
• Assist in shaping the business strategy and scale research and production in space.
• Support ESA conferences, workshops, and stakeholder consultations with industry and researchers.

Education

Master’s degree in business or related field

Job description

European Space Agency (ESA) seeks a Luxembourgish National Graduate Trainee in Human and Robotic Exploration Commercialisation to gain hands-on exposure across space markets. You will work with the Business in Space Growth Network and cross‑sector initiatives to turn space exploration into commercial opportunities.

You should recently have completed or be in the final year of a Master’s degree in business, economics or a relevant discipline, with strong communication skills and an ability to