Intern in the Infrastructure & Value Chain Department, CSG Georeturn Data Assessment Automation

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Position Title: Intern in the Infrastructure & Value Chain Department, CSG Georeturn Data Assessment Automation
Location: Paris
Country: France
Deadline Date: 30 November 2024 23:59 CET/CEST

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The European Space Agency (ESA) is an intergovernmental organization dedicated to the exploration of space. Established in 1975, ESA has grown to include 22 member states and employs over 2,200 staff members. The agency operates across multiple countries, focusing on various aspects of space exploration, satellite technology, and Earth observation. ESA's mission is to provide Europe with a space capability and to foster cooperation among its member states in the field of space science and technology.

Job Overview:
The internship opportunity is situated within the Directorate of Space Transportation at the European Space Agency's headquarters in Paris, France. The selected intern will be part of the Infrastructure & Value Chain Department, specifically working with the CSG (Centre Spatial Guyanais) team. The primary focus of this internship is to automate the assessment checks on the CSG Georeturn data Excel files through the implementation of VBA routines. Interns will gain hands-on experience in data assessment, automation, and project management while collaborating closely with project controllers and the industrial policy team. This role is designed for university students who are eager to apply their academic knowledge in a practical setting, contributing to the enhancement of operational efficiency and data management processes within ESA.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for several key activities, including:

• Assessing the provided Georeturn data Excel files to identify parameters that require checking and mapping out the automation needs.
• Developing Excel Macros to automate the checks tasks, thereby improving efficiency and accuracy in data handling.
• Drafting dashboards for discrepancies checks and for global data assessment, which will aid in visualizing and interpreting the data effectively.
• Supporting the preparation of georeturn forecasts files, which are essential for planning and operational purposes. The intern will work closely with the project controller and the industrial policy team to ensure that all tasks are completed accurately and on time.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must be university students, preferably in their final or second-to-last year of a Master’s level course. They should remain enrolled at their university for the entire duration of the internship. A good knowledge of IT tools, particularly Excel and Excel VBA, is essential. Familiarity with PowerBI is considered an asset. Additionally, candidates should possess strong analytical skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes being a university student, ideally pursuing a Master’s degree in a relevant field such as engineering, computer science, data science, or a related discipline. The candidate should be in their final or second-to-last year of study, ensuring they have a solid foundation of knowledge and skills applicable to the internship tasks.

Experience:
While prior professional experience is not mandatory for this internship, candidates should demonstrate a strong understanding of data management and analysis, particularly in the context of Excel and VBA programming. Any relevant coursework, projects, or internships that showcase the candidate's ability to work with data and automation tools will be advantageous.

Languages:
The working languages of the European Space Agency are English and French. A good command of one of these languages is required for the position. Knowledge of an additional language from one of the ESA member states would be considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's ability to communicate effectively within the diverse environment of the agency.

Additional Notes:
This internship is a full-time position and is part of ESA's commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The agency encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women and individuals with disabilities. The internship is subject to European and US export control regulations, and applicants must be nationals of specific member states or cooperating states as outlined in the job posting. The closing date for applications is 30 November 2024 at 23:59 CET/CEST.