Intern in the Secure Connectivity Department, CSC Security Office
Noordwijk
- Organization: ESA - European Space Agency
- Location: Noordwijk
- Grade: Internship - Internship
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Occupational Groups:
- Security and Safety
- Closing Date: 2025-11-30
Intern in the Secure Connectivity Department, CSC Security Office
Noordwijk, NL
Location
ESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands
Our team and mission
The CSC Security Office ensures the protection of ESA’s Connectivity and Secure Communications information/programmes by implementing and overseeing security governance, risk management, security engineering, and compliance with ESA Security Directives up to ESA Secret level. The Office provides guidance and coordination on all aspects of physical, information, and cyber security, and supports programme accreditation activities. It also promotes a culture of security awareness within the Directorate and ensures that all aspects of security are embedded throughout the lifecycle of CSC projects and missions.
Candidates interested are encouraged to visit the ESA website: http://www.esa.int
Field(s) of activity for the internship
Topic of the internship: Secure Space Telecommunication Systems
Space-based telecommunication plays a crucial role in modern society, enabling global connectivity, secure communications, and supporting various applications such as satellite broadcasting, broadband internet, and mobile networks.
This internship will cover a range of topics related to Secure Space-based Telecommunication, including:
- space system engineering principles;
- secure space-based communication systems including definitions of security, through its pillars, and:
- how to achieve space telecommunications with high availability;
- how to achieve confidentiality and integrity (basic principles of COMSEC and CRYPTOSEC);
- how space communication systems can help in distributing position, navigation and timing information.
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 studying 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 contact.human.resources@esa.int.
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, 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, Cyprus and Malta as European Cooperating States (ECS).
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.