Online event on 12 May about ESA's astronaut recruitment
New application deadline: due to Lithuania's new status as an ESA Associated Member, the application period has been extended by three weeks. Applications for ESA's Astronaut and Astronaut (with a physical disability) vacancies now close 18 June 2021.
There are now just three weeks left to apply to join our team as an ESA astronaut and enter a new decade of space exploration! Who we are looking for? How to apply? What is like to work at ESA? Join Antonella Costa, HR Business Partner, and Lucy van der Tas, Head of Talent Acquisition, for the live event 'Europe’s astronaut selection – are you ready to launch your career?', organised by HerCareer, to find out more.
Here is your chance to find out everything you ever wanted to know about becoming an astronaut, focusing in particular on the opportunities for women in space: Lucy and Antonella will tell you more about this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and answer your questions.
The event will take place at 12:00 CEST on Wednesday 12 May, and will be held in English.
Check this link for registration details.
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If you are planning to apply to become an ESA astronaut, don’t delay - applications are still open until 28 May 2021.
Complete information about the vacancies and application procedure can be found on our careers at ESA website and on the Astronaut Selection website.
You can also check the FAQs and access the Astronaut Applicant Handbook.