Intern – Contracts Department

European Space Agency - ESA

. Split the internship into two equal periods in the Space Transportation Contracts Division and Operations & Ground Segment Contracts Division .

Posted 10/31/2026internshipFrascati • ItalyEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical skills in procurement and contractual texts, with a focus on ESA-specific legal regimes and contract management. Proficient in English or French, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multicultural environment.

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Legal AnalysisContract ManagementProcurement ProcessesIntellectual Property LawCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Contract LawProcurement LawInternational Business LawESA General Contractual ClausesData Protection LawExport ControlAnalytical SkillsLegal Text AnalysisSpace Domain KnowledgeEconomic Background

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationDiscretionIntegrity

Industry Keywords

ESA Member StateCooperating StateEuropean Cooperating StateSpace TechnologyProcurement ContractsGeneral Procurement ContractsExpress Procurement ContractsManpower ContractsService ContractsInternational Actors

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Split the internship into two equal periods in the Space Transportation Contracts Division and Operations & Ground Segment Contracts Division
Analyse procurement and contractual texts, including ESA General Contractual Clauses and Conditions
Conduct legal analysis of ESA-specific regimes including intellectual property rights, disclosure, personal data protection, liability, and export control
Analyse implementation of these regimes in ESA General Clauses and Conditions
Focus on differences between General Procurement contracts, Express Procurement contracts, and Manpower and Service contracts within the Contracting Regulations
Participate in practical procurement cases under supervision of Contracts Officers
Gain experience with ESA procurement processes and contract management across space and non-space domains

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be a university student, preferably in the final or second-to-last year of a university course at Master's level
Must be able to prove enrollment at university for the entire duration of the internship
Good knowledge of English or French required
Knowledge of another ESA Member State language is an asset
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to interact with multiple international actors and work collaboratively in a team
Discretion and integrity
Knowledge or background in space domain/technology is an asset
Good knowledge of contract, procurement or international business law, intellectual property law is an asset
Background in law or economics is an asset
Applications only considered from eligible ESA Member State, Cooperating State, or European Cooperating State nationals

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hands-on procurement experience in the space sector
Internship experience across two ESA Contracts Department divisions
Practical procurement case involvement under supervision of Contracts Officers
Exposure to space and non-space procurement and contract management domains
Inclusive working environment
Workplace support and recruitment assistance for individuals with disabilities