Intern in the Space Training Team, Video and Multimedia Production

Join the Space Training Team as an intern in Video and Multimedia Production.

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Overview

Join the Space Training Team as an intern in Video and Multimedia Production.

You have:

  • You must be a university student, preferably in your final or second-to-last year of a university course at Master’s level and you need to remain enrolled at your University for the entire duration of the internship.
  • A good knowledge of English or French is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset.
  • Proficient in using Adobe CC (especially Premiere) or equivalent.
  • Good camera skills (Photo and video).
  • Good general multimedia/design skills.
  • Experience in creating infographics and/or working with technical/scientific information is helpful.
  • Experience of using Learning Management Systems (eg Moodle, Blackboard, Canvas) is helpful.
  • Audio processing skills are helpful.
  • An interest in human spaceflight would be an advantage but is not essential.
  • Enthusiastic, flexible and self-motivated.

Contract

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Location

EAC, Porz-Wahn, Germany

Our team and mission

The Space Training Team is responsible for the training of European, International Partner (NASA, ROSCOSMOS, JAXA, Canadian Space Agency) and other astronauts about the systems and payloads (experiments) of the Columbus European Laboratory. In addition, the Space Training Team conducts specialist training in Robotics and Space Analogues. In addition to astronauts, we also train the Ground Support Personnel, or communicators, who support the operation of systems and payloads on board the International Space Station (ISS).

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

Field(s) of activity for the internship

Topic of the internship: Video and Multimedia Production

We are looking for talented, enthusiastic interns with great multimedia skills (video, graphics, design) to be involved in exciting projects in the Space Training Team. You might be involved in making videos that will be watched by astronauts on board the International Space Station or preparing media for training material for astronauts and the ground-based communicators who support them. There is always a new challenge, and new opportunities. Are you ready for them?

Your tasks might include filming astronauts and editing material for production of public outreach and space training videos, as well as developing assorted multimedia (eg. infographics, illustrations, animations) for use in videos, PowerPoint slides, E-Learning, posters and other purposes.

For further information on this internship, please click here: ESA - Space training team – media production

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 a university course at Master’s level and you need to remain 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 Member State language would be an asset.

An interest in human spaceflight would be an advantage but is not essential as you will develop this! A scientific background or interest in science is advantageous but not a requirement as we will help you. Above all you must be enthusiastic, flexible and self-motivated.

Essential skills:

  • Proficient in using Adobe CC (especially Premiere) or equivalent;
  • Good camera skills (Photo and video);
  • Good general multimedia/design skills.

Helpful:

  • Experience in creating infographics and/or working with technical/scientific information;
  • Experience of using Learning Management Systems (eg Moodle, Blackboard, Canvas);
  • Audio processing skills.

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, beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. Applications from women are encouraged.

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 [email protected].

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 working 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.

Potential interview questions

Describe a time when you had to produce a multimedia piece under a tight deadline. This question assesses your time management skills and ability to work under pressure. Provide a specific example highlighting your planning and execution of the project.
What experience do you have with video editing software, and which projects have you worked on? The interviewer aims to understand your technical proficiency with relevant tools. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure your multimedia content effectively communicates complex information? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Explain how you would approach filming an astronaut in a training session. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of working collaboratively with a team on a project? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What techniques do you use to stay organized when managing multiple projects? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What would you do if you received critical feedback on your multimedia content? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Why are you interested in this internship with the Space Training Team? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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