NeoSpace Europe, where talents and industry meet
Talent development is one of Luxembourg’s main focuses, which is why for the first time since its initiation, NeoSpace Europe introduces a brand-new concept entirely dedicated to talents.
The NeoSpace Challenge invites Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD students from across the world, to test their skills against real-world challenges issued by Luxembourg industry leaders. This intensive two-day event offers a unique chance to work on use-cases currently faced within the sector while collaborating with peers from different backgrounds. It’s an opportunity to build valuable experience, connect with relevant companies, and put your academic knowledge into practice.
The NeoSpace Challenge is co-organised by LSA, Universeh and Technoport.
19 - 20 OCTOBER 2026
IN LUXEMBOURG
How to participate
Teams
Call for candidates
Put a team together (6 members max) and push the boundaries of your collective expertise by participating to a real-world Challenge.
Operating under a banner of your choice, your group will advance a shared mission with the guidance of industry experts.
Each member must complete the form below and specify their team affiliation to register.
In the case you don’t have a team, you can still apply individually and we’ll match you with a group of your peers.
Eligibility
Requirements
- Academic level: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD candidates.
- Eligibility: Open to international students globally (please note that visa sponsorship is not provided).
Fill the form by clicking on the button bellow.
DEADLINE: 15 SEPTEMBER 2026
Challenges
An Experiential Learning Opportunity
Explore new ways of working, beyond the classroom:
- Address real use cases requiring multi-factor solutions: Technical, Economic and Regulatory.
- Interact directly with Subject Matter Experts
- Submit a pre-IP, ESA-format-compliant output, developed with the support of AI tools
Discover the different categories below:
- Next-Gen Downstream
- Biotech in Space
- Space Operations
How the Challenge works
Each category corresponds to a generic challenge — a broad, industry-relevant theme in the space sector. Companies have submitted concrete use cases tied to these themes, grounded in problems or questions they’re facing.
You may choose to:
- Pick a specific use case submitted by a company, or
- Take on the generic challenge independently, with greater latitude to define your own scope
In both cases, mentors will be available to support your team throughout the programme.
Tackle it from three angles
Whether you address a specific use case or the generic theme, your work will need to consider three complementary dimensions:
- Technical – design or evaluation of the proposed technological solution (e.g. satellite systems, robotics, AI, operations)
- Regulatory – consideration of relevant international treaties, licensing frameworks, and compliance requirement
- Economic – development of a viable business model and market strategy
Biotech in Space
Space Operations
Scholarship
To ensure that students from diverse backgrounds are able to participate, scholarships will be offered to all selected candidates, helping reduce financial barriers.
Scholarship support includes:
- 150 euros contribution for travel expenses
- Two nights of accommodation in Luxembourg during the challenge (breakfast included)
- Catered lunch provided
Other advantages:
- Full access to the NeoSpace Europe event