Business Analysis & Strategy Intern

Astroscale UK is looking for a Summer Intern to work on developing strategy for the in-orbit servicing market and competitive analysis. The successful candidate will map industry landscape and competitive dynamics, as well as synthesize market research to inform strategy decisions. Their analysis will support strategy discussions for the ASUK leadership team. This is a unique opportunity for a student to become embedded in a strategic role, while learning the ins and outs of the space sustainability and in-orbit servicing industries. 

Responsibilities 

• Map and understand industry landscape and competitive dynamics 
• Gather and synthesize market research to inform ASUK leadership strategy decisions 
• Develop business cases to further space sustainability and in-orbit servicing markets  
• Assess mission costs and model financial indicators 

Essential Skills

• Possesses/is pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in economics, finance, business, management, or a STEM field 
• Passionate about space with knowledge of the space environment and space debris 
• Analytical mindset and strong quantitative skills – ability to think critically and creatively 
• Self-motivated, proactive, and willing to take initiative 
• Excellent interpersonal, organisational, and written/verbal communication skills including to both technical and non-technical audiences 
• Creative problem solver who can leverage information from multiple domains which might include business operations, engineering, astrodynamics, statistics, and/or economics 

Desirable skills 

• Experience conducting economic research, financial modelling/analysis 
• Experience managing and curating data sets 
• Experience or knowledge in the following areas: debris removal, in-orbit maintenance or servicing, space situational awareness 
• Knowledge of Python or PowerBI 

Benefits 

• Competitive pay 
• Opportunity to work with a highly talented, diverse & dynamic international team with cutting edge technology 
• Flexible working around core hours in a friendly and supportive environment  
• Optional 9/75 working pattern 
• Hybrid working available (dependent on individual role requirements) 
• New state of the art office and cleanroom facility 
• Regular social events  

Location

Astroscale UK (Harwell) 

About 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. 

Note to recruitment agencies: Astroscale operates a preferred Supplier List, and we do not accept unsolicited agency approaches. Please do not forward candidate CVs or details in response to this advert, or to any Astroscale employee.