Intern in the Mechanical Department - Thermal Analysis and Verification Section

European Space Agency; Noordwijk; On-site; EUR 13,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

European Space Agency in Noordwijk, Netherlands, announces an internship in the Mechanical Department - Thermal Analysis and Verification Section. You will join TEC-MTV to support thermal analyses, data processing, and verification activities for spacecraft projects.

As a Master's student, you will work under supervision to develop test methods, review data, and assist in coordinating analysis tasks with other disciplines.

Qualifications

• Must be a university student enrolled for the entire duration of the internship.
• Preferably in final or penultimate year of a Master's program.
• Good knowledge of English or French; knowledge of another ESA language is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in thermal analysis and verification activities within TEC-MTV.
• Support mechanical testing and evaluation of test data.
• Help develop and maintain test facilities and verification workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure data integrity.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Communication

English/French communication

Education

Master's student in a relevant field

Tools

ESATAN-TMS

Job description

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Intern in the Mechanical Department - Thermal Analysis and Verification Section

Job Requisition ID: 21048

Date Posted: 1 November 2026

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

Directorate: Technology, Engineering and Quality

Workplace: Noordwijk, NL

Our team and mission

Thermal Analysis and Verification Section (TEC-MTV): The section is responsible for providing the means of analysis and verification, and for performing predevelopment and verification tests in the field of thermal environment and mechanical systems. It is the centre of competence within the Agency for thermal analysis tools and verification, including testing. The Section is also responsible for the maintenance and operation of the Division's technical infrastructure.

Space Thermal Analysis and Verification, covering one or several of the activities below:

• Mechanical Systems Laboratory: Participation in the testing activities of the laboratory including evaluation oftest data. Participate in the development and acceptance of new test facilities, e.g. thermal cycling, Coefficient of Thermal Expansion;
• Thermal Analysis methods: Research and development in the area of computational methods for space thermal analysis or multi-disciplinary analysis e.g.:
  a. methods and tools for exchange of thermal analysis data with other disciplines such as structures (e.g. development of SINAS);
  b. co-simulation of thermal analysis models with other domains such as power or fluidics;
  c. next generation methods for radiative, fluidic or thermal analysis.
• Analysis methods in support of testing activities: real time model correlation or identification of discrepanciesbetween model and test data, analysis methods for new test instrumentation such as infra-red cameras, datafusion of thermal analysis and test data, modelling of gas convection for cleanroom testing;
• Thermal Analysis: Perform thermal analyses, including steady state/transient analyses of instrument and satellites following familiarisation with project requirements and Agency's tools (ESATAN-TMS). This may also include in-flight correlation of thermal analysis models for ESA projects. This task is often carried out in collaboration with the Thermal Control Section (responsible for design aspects).

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

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.

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.

Applicants must be eligible to access information, technology, and hardware which is subject to European or US export control and sanctions regulations.

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.