ispace Internship Program
At ispace, we believe in empowering the next generation of innovators. Our internship program offers a unique opportunity to work alongside world-class engineers on real projects that contribute to our mission of expanding humanity’s presence in space.
Be innovative. Inspire change.
ispace interns work across teams in R&D, Business & Partnerships, IT, HR, and Finance to tackle challenges, collaborate on solutions, and drive impactful change for our clients and users. Along the way, you’ll gain valuable skills and lay the foundation for your career.
Internship Duration & Options
We offer two flexible internship formats to accommodate different academic and personal needs:
Part-Time Internship
Ideal for Japanese and international students holding a valid student visa. This option allows you to gain hands-on experience while continuing your studies.
Full-Time Internship
Designed for students completing a degree requirement or seeking a summer internship. For international candidates, ispace will support your visa process to ensure a smooth transition.
Make an impact
What Makes Our Internship Unique?
Our program is highly specialized—we do not offer “general internships.” Interns become an integral part of the team, working on actual projects and learning directly from experienced professionals.
To succeed, candidates must possess the technical skills required for the role they apply for.
Is there any language requirement?
Language requirements vary depending on the position. If a role requires specific language skills, they will be clearly stated in the job description.
However, if the role involves external communication or coordination with stakeholders, additional language requirements may apply. These will also be clearly indicated in the job description.
Our company’s official language is English.
Future Opportunities
Our official company language is English, but language requirements vary by position. If a role requires specific language skills, it will be clearly stated in the job description.
What our interns say about ispace
Emiko Pope
System Design &
Mission Operations Intern
What attracted me to ispace was the mission and vision for the future of the Earth and Moon. It is not often that humans get to explore new parts of our universe or be at the forefront of a new industry. The unique thing that I experience and I feel it’s one of the greatest strengths of ispace is that it pools together a stunning amount of international talent. This is especially obvious during lunch time, where we talk about everything from my coworker’s PhDs to stories from their home countries in Argentina, Spain, Brazil, India, Japan, and beyond!
Emma Topolcsik
Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) intern
I come from an aerospace background in university, and my dream job has always been to work on interplanetary missions that have a positive impact on humanity. I saw this as an opportunity to work on a mission that is pioneering the role of private companies in the space industry. Aside from the abundance of technical skills I have strengthened in my four months here and realizing my passion for GNC, I have learned that I absolutely love a multicultural work environment. I knew that working for ispace would surround me with ambitious and intelligent professionals, but I didn’t anticipate the reality of the cultural melting pot I was about to be placed in. Every day I learn something new, beyond the job description!
Hinata Sekito
Legal and Compliance Intern
What attracted me to ispace was its ambitious goals, especially those from Mission 2. The idea of extracting regolith and selling it to NASA really impressed me as a great first step toward shaping international rules around space resources. During the internship, I’ve learned the importance of having a broad perspective as a legal professional. The legal team’s mindset, being both enablers and guardians, really impressed me. Rules or laws just don’t exist to prohibit something, they can also empower. I hope to keep thinking alongside business or engineering teams to help make our missions achievable in the way they envision.
Matthieu Charnay
Avionics intern and Guidance Navigation and Control intern
I was captivated by its ambition and what it offered to teach me. ispace is a company that dares shoot for the Moon. It incarnates this millennia-long dream of humanity. I wanted to be a part of that. My crewmates encourage my input—I’ve felt listened to and like my inputs had value. My favorite memory is from the M2 landing event on June 6, 2025. I volunteered to help welcome international guests and assisted with hosting the French Embassy representative. That experience showed me that engineers can also play a role in international collaboration, bridging technical and diplomatic worlds. This was an unexpected and very rich experience that I would never have thought possible.
FAQ about ispace
internship program
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Internships are available in both full‑time and part‑time formats. The appropriate option depends on factors such as the duration of our projects, your academic schedule, and your individual goals.
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Internships can be short-term or long-term. The exact duration will depend on the program and your availability.
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Yes. We offer visa support when required, depending on the internship duration and your current visa status.
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In general, yes. However, if you have external sponsorship or a scholarship and prefer not to receive compensation, we can accommodate that.
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Please apply through the ispace Careers Site.
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No. Due to export control regulations, project requirements, and the value of on-site collaboration, internships must be conducted at our office. Working alongside your colleagues ensures the best learning experience.