JUNIOR SPACE ACADEMY #3 – From June 15 to 19, 2026
REGISTRATION OPEN
>>> Form to complete <<<
Please complete the form above before January 31st, 2026
The Académie Spatiale d’Île-de-France is going to organize the third edition of its « Junior Space Academy » summer school, dedicated to providing an overview of what the space sector and the related degrees in Paris region have to offer, from Monday June 15th to Friday June 19th 2026, for Bachelor’s student (from L1 to L3). This program, open to international students, will be conducted entirely in English.
This summer school can be attended in person (limited to 30 participants) or remotely. Applicants selected for in-person participation will be accommodated in twin rooms (2 per room) from monday evening to friday morning. During this summer school, your expenses for accomodation and meals will be covered. If you are selected as a candidate, a 50€ deposit will be asked and given back at the end of your stay. The deposit will be kept if you’re not coming without a valuable reason.
Applicants wishing to participate in the Junior Space Academy in person but are not selected due to lack of space will be given priority for remote participation.
- In-person program : The activities will take place on several site: OVSQ, ONERA, University Paris Cité and University Paris-Saclay. The program will include project management, presentations on the themes of Nanosats, instrumentation and Earth observation, chemistry and materials for space, as well as company visits.
- Remote program : From monday to thursday : all presentations (excluding lab tours) will be accessibl remotely.
To apply, please complete the form available at the following link, before January 31st 2026: >>> JSA Form to complete <<< and upload your application file in a single PDF including :
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover letter specifying your educational goals (type of program, school or university, etc.) and how your participation in the JSA will impact your further studies
- Letter of recommendation (from one of your teachers)
- School certificate 2025-2026
For any questions: juniorspaceacademy@universite-paris-saclay.fr.
Need the communications kit?
Request it at: communication@academiespatiale.fr
La Junior Space Academy est une école d’été organisée depuis 2024 au mois de juin. Il s’agit d’une semaine d’immersion dans l’univers spatial francilien qui réuni une trentaine d’étudiantes et d’étudiants de licence (ou équivalent), passionné·es par l’espace.
The Junior Space Academy is a summer school organized every June since 2024. It offers a one-week immersion into the space ecosystem of the Île-de-France region, bringing together around thirty undergraduate students (or equivalent) who are passionate about space.
Juin 2024
Rétrospective de la 1re édition (FR/EN)
Juin 2025
Rétrospective de la 2e édition (FR)
Au fil de la semaine, la promotion est accueilli au cœur d’établissement institutionels ou industriels réputé de la filière spatiale :
Throughout the week, the cohort is welcomed inside renowned institutional and industrial establishments of the French space sector:
- 2024 : OVSQ, ONERA, IPGP, Sorbonne Université, Thalès, Safran, IAS et UPEC
- 2025 : OVSQ, Observatoire de Paris – PSL, Sorbonne Université, UPEC ainsi qu’au 55e Salon du Bourget
Au cours des très nombreuses visites, conférences, présentations de masters et autres tables rondes ou simulations de procès, les étudiantes et les étudiants ont l’occasion d’en apprendre plus la richesse du secteur spatial : nanosats, lidars, planétologie, organisation d’un projet spatial, chimie, droit spatial, etc.
During the numerous visits, lectures, master’s program presentations, round tables and even mock trials, the students have the opportunity to discover the breadth of the space sector: nanosatellites, lidars, planetary science, space project management, chemistry, space law, and more.
Really great experience to live. You meet new friends. You learn so much and that’s have no price.
– 2024 participant
Internships in the aerospace field can be incredibly valuable. They provide an opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, gain hands-on experience, and collaborate with experienced professionals. These internships also offer insight into the technical challenges and industrial processes specific to the aerospace sector. Overall, they are a great gateway to a career in this field.
– 2024 participant
An experience so rich in discoveries! it’s an experience that allows us to have stars in our eyes!
– 2024 participant
