CSEO Internships Application Form

NEPOMAK - Cyprus Space Exploration Organisation (CSEO) Internships

Please complete this application form in order to apply for a NEPOMAK/CSEO internship. These internships are held all year-round and are on a voluntary basis. All interns will be provided with a workplace, equipment (computer etc.), guidance and training. Interns will NOT be provided with flights, accommodation and meals. The location for the internship programmes will be at the CSEO Education Centre in Cyprus, with some activities running elsewhere. As only members of NEPOMAK are eligible to apply, upon submission of your application, you will become a member of NEPOMAK (if you are not already a member). Membership of NEPOMAK is free and entitles you to a range of benefits and allows us to keep you updated on our upcoming news and events. We respect your privacy and no information gathered here will be used for purposes other than that for which it was collected. The above information shall only be used to contact you by NEPOMAK. Our lists are not available to third parties and will not be sold or rented out. Please review our constitution for our full privacy and information policy. For additional information please email info@nepomak.org

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The available internship positions are grouped into 4 main areas of interest: 1. Administration, 2. Education and Outreach, 3. Promotion and Marketing, 4. CSEO Design and Research. Information on each available internship position is detailed below. With regards to participation in the various internship programmes, interns are encouraged to take part in as much as they can handle. Interns will NOT be restricted to the choices they have selected if it becomes clear during the programme that they are talented in other fields. The programmes displayed below serve as a guideline as to what an intern can expect, but in no way reflect the opportunity and extent to which an intern can get involved within the CSEO as a whole. If an intern displays the necessary skills and aptitude for their areas of work, they stand a chance to become regional ambassadors of the CSEO in those fields, taking on a highly unique and prestigious opportunity.
1. Legal Assistance Internship To aid CSEO in legal matters such as generating and organising Memorandums of Understanding with CSEO's associates, as well as being part of CSEO's legal assistance team. Requirements: Legal education/experience will be of assistance. 2. Communications Internship To be involved in business communications and the distribution of information in commercial fields, particularly with international space organisations and space faring countries. Requirements: Knowledge of commercial communications will be of assistance. 3. Copernicus Academy Network - Administration Organisation of focus groups in Cyprus to identify Environmental, Industrial and Civil needs that can be solved with satellite data from Earth Observation and Monitoring. The focus group results will be used by Training and R&D groups to stimulate individuals and innovation start-ups to utilise space technologies in order to solve problems on earth. Requirements: Leadership skills
4. Trainer / Educators Assistant Trainers and Educators at CSEO education facilities (schooling) or other outreach events, spreading space and science education, assisting/giving public lectures, as well as the creation of training materials for schools. The continuation of tasks after the internship period is possible. Requirements: Academic knowledge in a scientific or engineering topic or education techniques will be of assistance. 5. NASA / ESA Trainer Assistant To assist established NASA and ESA professionals in the training of industry related fields. Great opportunity to receive training under the best space experts in the world. Requirements: Knowledge in organisational skills as well as education techniques will be of assistance. 6. "Space Club" Coordinators The "Space Club" Programme is a high profile and unique CSEO, NASA and ESA partnership activity to provide education, training and stimulate innovation. Requirements: Knowledge in education techniques will be of assistance. 7. Copernicus Academy Network - Training To assist in the education and training of the local space industry and/or innovation start-ups. Building on the results of the focus groups in (3) above, this group will train innovative start-ups/teams/companies and individuals in utilising space/satellite data in preparation of the activities of the Research & Development group (14) below, in order to optimally use space data in software and other earthbound space solutions. Requirements: Minimum 2 years in a Scientific or Engineering degree.
8. Editorial / Copywriting Internship Writing articles and publications, that will be distributed through all media outlets of CSEO, such as website, newspapers, social media and magazines. These will be covering space news, CSEO activities and events. It may also involve augmenting CSEO's website functionality. Requirements: Writing skills and scientific expertise in space and STEM will be of assistance. 9. Graphic Design Internship The creation and design of CSEO Promotional magazines and leaflets. Requirements: Creative skills and graphic design knowledge will be of assistance. 10. Film Production Internship The creation and editing of audio-visual material, short educational clips, trailers and documentaries for television and internet display. Requirements: Knowledge in multimedia, filming and audio-visual skills will be of assistance. 11. Economic Growth Planning Internship To formulate and execute economic strategies in order to ensure the financial growth and sustainability of the CSEO. To assist and organise sponsorship and marketing programmes and strategies. Requirements: Knowledge in marketing, advertising, business, finance will be of assistance.
12. CSEO Space Center Design and Physical Modelling Internship The interior design and physical modelling of exhibits as well as improvement and expansion of the space center itself. Requirements: Knowledge of interior design and creative skills will be of assistance. 13. Research and Publication Internship The authoring and publication of academic papers as well as the participation in space research. Results to be presented at COSPAR Scientific Assembly and other International Space Fora. Requirements: Minimum 2 years in a Scientific or Engineering degree. Knowledge in programming languages such as MATLAB will be of assistance. 14. Copernicus Academy Network - Research & Development Building on the results of the focus groups in (3) above, and the training of teams on the use of space/satellite data (7) above, these activities will develop software, engineering and other earthbound space solutions that optimally use space data in solving earthbound problems that were identified during the focus group sessions. Requirements: Minimum 1 year in a Scientific or Engineering degree. Computing or Earth Observational skills will be of assistance. 15. CSEO Space Mission Participation Participation and assistance in the design, construction and analysis of one of three CSEO Space Missions. Possibility to become full time intern. Requirements: Minimum of 1 year in any Engineering or Physics / Mathematics / Astronomical involved degree. Electrical and Computer Engineering knowledge will be of extreme use. Due to the highly prestigious and confidential nature of this programme, candidates will be required to sign a non-disclosure agreement. High levels of dedication and commitment.
You may apply for a maximum of 3 internship programmes. Please be aware that your choices below simply reflect your interests and in no way limit you to these positions. There is plenty opportunity to get involved in other areas during the internship if you desire, as well as to change fields entirely. Please first indicate to how many internship programmes you would like to participate in, then indicate your choices. For example you may indicate that: - You are interested in participating in 1 position and then list up-to 3 choices in order of preference (for that 1 position) or - You are interested in participating in 2 positions and then list 2-3 choices in order of preference (for those 2 positions) or - You are interested in participating in 3 positions and then list 3 choices in order of preference (for those 3 positions)
How many internship programmes do wish to participate in?*
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Please indicate the time period during which you wish to participate in the NEPOMAK / CSEO Internships. Your proposed dates will be considered by the CSEO in order to see if they can accomodate you. To make the most out of your internship and increase your chances of being accepted, we recommend a period between 4-6 weeks.
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Please explain why you are applying for an internship at the CSEO.*
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How do you believe you can contribute to your first choice internship position and why do you believe you are qualified for this position?*
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If you have applied for a second choice internship position, how do you believe you can contribute to this position and why do you believe you are qualified for this position?*
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If you have applied for a third choice internship position, how do you believe you can contribute to this position and why do you believe you are qualified for this position?*
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By selecting "submit" below, you are acknowledging that you must adhere to all the regulations stipulated by NEPOMAK and CSEO to be eligible to participate in an internship (if selected) and receive any benefits (if applicable) and you understand that interns are responsible for arranging their own travel insurance, including medical insurance.