Become an Asclepios Astronaut
What is the astronaut's role in the mission?
Asclepios analog astronauts will spend about two weeks in isolation inside a simulated lunar base during the summer of 2026. They will carry out various scientific and engineering experiments proposed by principal investigators from universities, student projects, companies, and labs around the world. In addition to scientific research, Asclepios astronauts also perform various operational simulation tasks such as Extravehicular Activities.
Why join the mission?
This mission is an opportunity for students from various educational backgrounds to gain experience in the field of human spaceflight and operations. Our Asclepios astronauts go through a year-long training process modelled after the training activities of ESA and NASA astronauts.
Requirements to become an Asclepios Astronaut:
Apply by January 15th 2025, 23.59 CET
- Being a student when applying or during academic year 2025-2026 (Any academic level is acceptable).
- Must be at least 18 years old by June 2025.
- Be available to prepare for the mission and work with a team.
- Have an excellent proficiency in English.
- Good physical/health conditions. Certificates will be requested during the recruitment process.
- A blank criminal record.
- Excellent social and communication skills.
- Availability during summer 2026
How to apply:
Please read the following requirements carefully, otherwise your application will NOT be reviewed
- CV/resume must NOT be over 2 pages
- Cover letter: Must NOT be over 1 page, text MUST BE justified, Arial font. size 12
- Resume and Cover letter must be sent in THE SAME PDF and must be named “FirstName_LastName_CV_CoverLetter”
(E.g. Neil_Armstrong_CV_CoverLetter).
Then fill out this google form, uploading the aforementioned PDF.
