Hello everyone, I'm curious if someone has heard back from the CubeSat Summer School? Their notification deadline is next Monday and I am slowly starting to worry. Thanks in advance

Has there been any progress on human hibernation research to enable long-term travel for astronauts?

Hi! What are the odds of Turkey joining ESA (European Space Agency)? Unfortunately there is not much interest in Turkish side as of now (instead government prefers to have a budget for private SpaceX flights to send people to ISS for ceremonial reasons rather than taking part in flights intended for actual scientific research or any efforts for R&D) but would Turkey be accepted by agency members if there was an active effort? It can create jobs to well-educated Turks and at the same time fill the aerospace/tech workforce gap in Central-Western Europe.

I’m currently a PhD student at a global university at one of the ESA member state countries where I am studying Molecular Biology/Neuroscience. Specifically looking at creating a therapy for a rare genetic disorder. I would really love to work at ESA and am wondering if there is a pathway for me to do molecular biology research with them as a post doc. Does anyone know of any labs or opportunities that I can keep in mind for when I graduate in 2 years :)?

Hello everyone, I was wondering if there are programs similar to the ESA YGT in terms of the presence of recent graduates in an international environment in Europe, even if in different sectors. Does anyone have information about this? Thank you.

Hi, in October im starting my Bachelor in mechanical engineering. For years my dream is to work for esa. Does anybody has tips for subjects or internships for better chances after the master degree? Or is it almost impossible to get into esa with a normal mechanical engineering degree, so no arrowspace degree?

I heard two contradictory statements about the fate of the Ariane 5 launch pad. The first would be that the experimental Themis rocket would be launched from there. Where else does it say that the VEGA-E should lsunch from there

I’m looking for my first entry level full time job at ESOC, as a contractor. I know different contractors pay slightly different for the same job at the same location, but more or less what should I expect for a satellite operations position at ESOC, before and after taxes? I have a MSc degree but only internship experiences. I have seen that accomodation in Darmstadt is crazy high so I was wondering.

Thank you!

Unfortunately due to missing the dates of YGT, I could only apply for a position that wasn’t the most indicated for my education background. I was just wondering, does every rejection email mentions a possibility of being contacted for a future interview? Mine did and was quite kind but I don’t know if this is just common procedure for everyone that is rejected. If you could please enlighten me I would be very glad

I saw on their astronaut applicant handbook from 2021-22 that they hire people with "physical disabilities" specificly. I'm not so sure about other things.

Hey everyone,

After months of hopeful anticipation, I unfortunately didn't get selected for YGT. Tough blow but i want to keep trying to enter at ESA.

I'm reaching out to ask for advice and insights on other opportunities to get involved with ESA. If anyone has tips, experiences, or suggestions on alternative routes to get there, I would greatly appreciate hearing from you!

Thank you in advance!

Hi,

Where can I find the public holidays for ESA for 2024. Is it the same across all plants(ESTEC). Is it closed for Christmas?

I've been told there are 12 public holidays so I need to get an idea because that's pretty much for everyone.

Best,

Hello friends,

I hope you are having a nice day!

I was looking for some advice/guidance about internships and placements. I am currently coming towards the end of my first year at university studying aeronautical engineering, so I was beginning to think about placement opportunities between my 2nd and 3rd year. I have quite a few companies in mind but my most desired place to gain experience, not just now but in the future too, is ESA! My ultimate goal is to become an astronaut!

I have had a look at the flowchart they provide for students; I have read a bit about ESA Academy, fly a rocket, some CubeSat programs, and YGT. I understand YGT is usually for masters students (I will definitly apply for this when the time comes!), however I was a bit confused about which other programs (within ESA) I could possibly apply for at my current stage. I really wish I could do some activities related to CubeSats however my university is not involved in anything space related. I am currently involved in building a payload carrying UAV, which is very fun, and previously I have helped design a small endurance race vehicle, but I'm just worried I'm not gaining enough 'space-related' experience, which may put me at a disadvantage.

What positions can I apply for? Am I thinking about ESA too early?

I am based in the UK, just in case anyone is curious.

If you think I have any misconceptions, please do correct me! Any advice and guidance for placements (ESA or non-ESA related) is greatly appreciated!

Thank you for your time :)