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SPIN
Space Placements in Industry
Welcome to SPIN
The Space Placements in INdustry (SPIN) scheme provides placement opportunities for those considering employment in the space sector and connects space sector organisations who want to find the most talented and enthusiastic people to ensure the future success of their businesses. The scheme is managed by the UK Space Agency and supported by the Satellite Applications Catapult.
The scheme has been running since 2013 and continues to grow in popularity. We always encourage enquiries from potential host organisations who have a short-term project (typically of eight weeks duration), and who would like to offer students the opportunity to gain new skills and an insight into their business.
We welcome applications from registered students from any disciplines who are enthusiastic to work in the space sector and are keen to develop new skills, applying and building on the knowledge they’ve acquired in their studies to date.
Please make sure you have checked our FAQs before applying, especially the eligibility criteria.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Students
Our FAQs explore the benefits of applying to a SPIN placement, how to make sure you're eligible, and everything you will need to do if you are successful.
Read the FAQsFAQs for Host Organisations
Why should you join the SPIN Scheme? What level of commitment would be expected? What are the benefits? Our FAQs have all the information you need.
Read the FAQsTimeline
Successful Applicants
Summer 2023
Placements Close
Successful Applicants
19 June 2023
SPIN Induction Day
Successful Applicants
Summer 2023
8 Week Placement
Successful Applicants
November 2023
Showcase Event: UK Space Conference
2023 Placements
Our 2023 placements are now open! There are more placements being uploaded all the time, be sure to check back reguarly to see the latest opportunities. Please note: To apply for the Satellite Applications Catapult placements, please click through below to apply via the applied platform. To apply for placements with any other organisation please use the application form further down this page
Application Form
Please note: This form can only be used to apply for placements not with the Satellite Applications Catapult
SPIN 2022 Induction Event
Placement Posters
Link Outage Prediction Model for Very High Throughput Satellite Systems
Jacob Jenner, Anastasios Katsikogiannis, & Charilaos Kourogiorgas
Atheras Analytics Ltd.
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