Job Description:

This project will involve

• Political study of the space sector – how well discussed is it across Parliament (debates, select committees, written and oral questions etc…)

• Refreshing the stakeholder mapping, and outlining priority stakeholders to engage (those with a space interest, constituency MPs, supply

• Developing a series of questions that can be fed into key stakeholders and influencers to raise within Parliamentary activities incl. oral Questions

During this internship, a successful candidate will provide insight into the political landscape of the space sector, and how it is viewed. A successful intern will build their understanding how space policy is developed, and the role of Whitehall and Parliament within the UK space sector.

The successful applicant should have the following qualities and abilities:

Academic: 

• Studying political science, economics, law, business or other relevant area.

Minimum requirements: 

• Passionate about space and Astroscale’s mission to make space safe, sustainability and secure. 

• Enrolled in undergraduate or graduate degree 

• Available full-time during the summer 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

• Good interpersonal, organisational, and written/verbal communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to collect, evaluate and synthesize multiple sources of information, e.g. articles and research papers 

• Analytical mindset and strong qualitative skills – ability to think critically and creatively 

Desirable requirements: 

• Relevant previous internships or project experience 

Process details:

• 8 weeks minimum fixed term contract to be agreed with successful candidate

• 5 days holiday to be taken during the placement

Working at Astroscale:

We aim to deliver cutting edge technologies that will become part of routine commercial space operations by 2030.

Astroscale is the first private company with a vision to secure the safe and sustainable development of space for the benefit of future generations, and the only company dedicated to in-orbit servicing across all orbits. Founded in 2013, we are developing innovative and scalable solutions across the spectrum of in-orbit servicing missions, including End of Life services, Active Debris Removal, In-situ Space Situational Awareness and Life Extension Services, to create sustainable space systems and mitigate against the hazardous build-up of debris in space.

Astroscale is an Equal Opportunities employer and embraces a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.