🌌 Take the Leap into Space – Join DanSTAR! 🌠

Are you a BSc, MSc, or PhD student ready to make rocketry your reality? Do you want to begin your journey into the space industry?

At DanSTAR (Danish Student Association for Rocketry), we’re always on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our team! Whether your interests lie in cutting-edge engineering or organisational exellence, we have a place for you.

🚀About DanSTAR

DanSTAR is a purely student-run organization pushing the boundaries of what a student association can achieve. With two successful rocket missions, a world record of 6.5 km apogee, and our latest project, Fornax, set to launch at the European Rocketry Challenge in October 2025, we are seeking exceptional talent to help us succeed.

We are a diverse team of students from DTU, CBS, ITU, and beyond, united by a shared passion for rocketry. Our work spans everything from designing advanced propulsion systems to raising funds and managing stakeholder relations.

Our mission is to build scalable bi-liquid rockets capable of full flight and recovery. With high ambitions come high expectations, and we are committed to fostering the best talent to achieve our goals.

DanSTAR alumni have gone on to work at ESA, SpaceX, Orbex, and even founded their own space propulsion startups.

🦾 Two Departments, Endless Opportunities

— Department of Development (Engineering)

Dive into hands-on engineering and technical challenges! Our Development Department is responsible for designing, building, and testing every component of our rockets. Teams include:

• Embedded Software: Build and test flight computers, protocols, and state machines.

• Mission Control: Development of UI/UX, ensure mission-critical software operates smoothly, and test/launch operations.

• Propulsion: Develop, test, and optimize fluid systems, fuel compositions, and combustion systems.

• Structures: Design structural systems, CAD models, and prototypes that withstand the extreme forces of flight.

• Avionics: In-house build computer, and development of rocket sensors, electronics, and telemetry systems.

— Department of Operations (Management)

Help power the organization behind the rockets! Our Operations Department ensures everything runs smoothly so our engineers can focus on innovation. Teams include:

• Human Resources: Recruitment/onboard new members, and support team development.

• Public Relations: Manage the DanSTAR image and branding, foster skateholders and press activity.

• Finance: Handle procurement, budgeting, bookkeeping, and securing funding for our projects.

• Logistics: Planing of tests/launch, organize events,and oversee day-to-day operations.

• Legal: Navigate contracts, ensure compliance with regulations, handling of IP and maintainance of bylaws.

  
  

💡 Why Join DanSTAR?

• Hands-on experience working on hardcore rocketry projects.

• Opportunity to get ECTS points for the work you do (or even write your thesis in DanSTAR)

• Represent DanSTAR at international competitions and events.

• Opportunities to grow professionally while gaining exposure to the space industry.

• A collaborative environment where your contributions make a difference.

• Access to state-of-the-art facilities at DTU Skylab.

• Make new friends for life!

👀 What We’re Looking For

We value curiosity and a willingness to learn above all else. Whether you’re an engineering enthusiast, a management strategist, or an aspiring leader, we want you on board! Here’s what you’ll need:

— Requirements:

• You have to be based in the Copenhagen area.

• Have at least 1 year left of your studies (Student sabbaticals is accepted. For post-graduates, see Q&A below).

• A passion for rocketry, engineering, or organizational development.

• Commitment to +10 hours/week (flexible around exams and deadlines).

• A team-oriented mindset with the ability to solve problems fast.

👨‍🚀 Take the Leap

If you’re ready to work hard, learn even harder, and have a blast building rockets (or managing the organization behind them), DanSTAR is the place for you. Get in touch with us and tell us how you’d like to contribute.

Contact: Have questions or want to apply? Take a look at the Q&A section below or connect with COO Ozan Demirezen on LinkedIn.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

I’m already a graduate. Can I still join?

• Yes, we allow individuals to join or remain with DanSTAR for up to a year after graduation. However, job searches after graduation can impact the predictability of future planning, so we assess this on a case-by-case basis.

Is it required to work on-site?

• Yes, we currently require members to be on-site and do not accept fully remote members.

Are all roles at DanSTAR voluntary?

• Yes, DanSTAR is a non-profit student association entirely run by students. As such, no monetary compensation is provided—only valuable hands-on experience.

Is this an internship?

• No. DanSTAR is a volunteer-based student organization and do not offer formal internships.

Can PhD students join?

• Yes. Anyone currently undergoing education is welcome to join DanSTAR.

I am available for only four months. Can I still join?

• No. We prefer members who can commit to at least nine months. Our experience has shown that the onboarding process and subsequent knowledge transfer make shorter commitments unfeasible. However, we assess exchange students on a case-by-case basis.

Can I write my master’s thesis in collaboration with DanSTAR?

• Yes, we welcome students who wish to write their thesis while contributing to DanSTAR.

Do you provide assistance with relocation and accommodation?

• No, we do not offer support for relocation or accommodation.