About this role
Our Mission
At constellr, we're harnessing the power of space to solve one of Earth’s greatest challenges: climate resilience & security in a changing world. Our thermal satellite constellation delivers the most accurate land surface temperature data on the market, equipping commercial players, governments, defence agencies, and global institutions with the thermal intelligence they need to make strategic decisions– from national security and infrastructure to agriculture and climate resilience. As a fast-scaling company with offices in Brussels, Freiburg, Munich, Washington and Toulouse, our multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, and strategists is building the future of space-based Earth observation
Location: This position is offered on a hybrid basis in our Freiburg office, Germany - working closely with colleagues in the engineering team.
Your Role
This position is offered exclusively as a mandatory internship (Pflichtpraktikum) that is a required component of a university degree program under German higher education regulations.
The internship is designed as a learning-oriented educational placement, with close supervision and mentorship, and does not replace a regular employee role.
As a Software Engineering Intern, you will support the Satellite Technology team in improving internal software tools and documentation systems used in satellite development.
You will gain hands-on exposure to real-world engineering workflows while being guided by experienced engineers throughout the internship.
Key Responsibilities
Support the maintenance and improvement of internal systems engineering documentation platforms
Assist in building automation tools for requirements management, task tracking, and visualization
Help integrate external data sources via APIs
Support engineers in using and improving internal documentation and tooling
Contribute to improving internal engineering workflows and processes
All tasks are performed under supervision and are aligned with the educational objectives of the internship.
What You Will Learn
How software supports space systems engineering workflows
How satellite development teams manage requirements, documentation, and engineering data
How automation tools are built for engineering teams
How modern engineering teams collaborate using DevOps tools and documentation platforms
How software tools support real satellite missions and engineering processes
About you
Currently enrolled at a university or university of applied sciences
Your study program explicitly requires a mandatory internship (Pflichtpraktikum)
Field of study: Computer Science, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline
Required Skills
Basic Python programming skills
Familiarity with markup languages (Markdown, reStructuredText)
Basic experience with Git or other version control systems
Interest in engineering tools and automation
Nice to Have
Experience with DevOps tools or CI/CD pipelines
Basic understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
Interest in space systems engineering or satellite development
Experience with data analysis or visualisation tools (e.g. matplotlib, numpy, pandas)
Technologies You May Work With
Languages: Python, Markdown, reStructuredText, JavaScript, HTML/CSS
Tools: Git, Docker, GitHub Actions
Platforms: Internal engineering platforms and integrations (including SharePoint)
Why constellr?
Gain practical experience in a fast-growing European space technology company
Work closely with engineers, developing a commercial thermal satellite constellation
Learn how software supports real-world space systems engineering
Be part of an international, multidisciplinary, and collaborative team
Application Note
Please include official confirmation from your university stating that:
The internship is mandatory (Pflichtpraktikum), and it is a required part of your degree program, including the required duration.
Applications without confirmation of mandatory internship status cannot be considered.
At constellr, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming workplace. We are an equal-opportunity employer and believe that diversity fuels innovation, creativity, and the ability to tackle complex challenges effectively. We encourage individuals from all walks of life to join us on our mission to reduce global food insecurity.