Intern in the ESA Security Office - Cyber Internal Audit Section

European Space Agency - ESA; Noordwijk; On-site; EUR 6,700 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

ESA Security Office in Noordwijk is offering an internship in the Cyber Internal Audit Section. You will contribute to security assurance and risk management for ESA programmes while researching AI cybersecurity frameworks and supporting integration with the Cyber Internal Audit Framework across ESA’s supply chain.

The role emphasizes gaining experience in cybersecurity standards (ISO 2700x series, NIST guidelines) and auditing practices within a space-sector context.

Qualifications

• Must be a university student in Master’s level and enrolled for the entire duration.
• Good knowledge of English or French; knowledge of another ESA language is an asset.
• Basic knowledge of information security and auditing is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the security assurance process and cybersecurity risk management for ESA's programmes.
• Research and analyse AI cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., FAICP, ISO/IEC 42001:2023, NIST AI RMF).
• Assist in the analysis and design of integration with the current Cyber Internal Audit Framework across ESA programs.

Skills

Information security basics

Education

Master's student

Job description

Intern in the ESA Security Office - Cyber Internal Audit Section

Job Requisition ID: 21001

Date Posted: 1 November 2026

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

Publication Method: External Only

Type of Appointment (learn more):

Directorate: Resources and Services

Workplace:

Noordwijk, NL

Location

ESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands

Our team and mission

In the ESA Security Office, the Cybersecurity Industrial Audits play a major role in the security assurance process, contributing to the cybersecurity risk management associated to the organisation and infrastructure that the directorates deliver to their customers. The Cybersecurity Industrial Audits are part of the ESA Security Policy.

Candidates interested are encouraged to visit the ESA website: http://www.esa.int

Field(s) of activity for the internship

As an intern, you will have the following tasks:

• contributing to the security assurance process and cybersecurity risk management for ESA's programmes under the European Space Security Policy;
• researching and analysing emerging Artificial Intelligence (AI) cybersecurity frameworks (such as FAICP, ISO/IEC 42001:2023, and NIST AI RMF);
• contributing to the analysis and design of integration solutions with the current Cyber Internal Audit Framework used across the supply chain of the ESA programs.

Learning areas

• ESA Cyber Internal Audit Framework;
• Cybersecurity Frameworks such as NIST, FACIP, SSDF, BSA or Secure Control Framework;
• Cybersecurity International Standards such as ISO27K series, ISO22301or ISO31K;
• Cybersecurity Guides and Guidelines such as OWASP, the CMMC or the Cloud Control Matrix;
• auditing standards and guidelines from ISACA or the IIA.

Behavioural competencies

• Result Orientation
• Operational Efficiency
• Fostering Cooperation
• Relationship Management
• Continuous Improvement
• Forward Thinking

For more information, please refer to ESA Core Behavioural Competencies guidebook

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.

Basic knowledge or training in information security and auditing aspects will be considered as an asset.

Knowledge of software development is considered as an asset.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness

ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics.

At the Agency we value diversity, and we welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible, we seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace. The Human Resources Department can also provide assistance during the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss this further, please contact us via email at [e-mail].

Important Information and Disclaimer

During the recruitment process, the Agency may request applicants to undergo selection tests.

The information published on ESA’s careers website regarding internship conditions is correct at the time of publication. It is not intended to be exhaustive and may not address all questions you would have.

Nationality

Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Applicants from Canada as a Cooperating State can apply as well as those from Bulgaria, Croatia and Malta as European Cooperating States (ECS).