Intern Operations

Delft
Q1 2024
Full-time

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Published on:
November 16th, 2023

Kitepower is on a mission to contribute to a more sustainable world by flying kites that generate electricity. Founded as a spin-out of Delft University of Technology, we are developing our first commercial system to power farms, construction sites and (island)communities with renewable airborne wind energy.

We are looking for an intern to join our flight operations team based in Delft with the opportunity to work partly from our test site in Ireland. The operations team is responsible for logging flight hours as we gear up towards commercial availability of our systems. You will have a challenging internship in renewable energy to apply your academic knowledge and gain valuable working experience.

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Join our team for a unique professional experience characterised by exposure to the tech-startup environment and international work opportunities. Take charge and assume ownership of individual projects within a larger developmental context. Our workplace is defined by an open, supportive, and inspiring atmosphere, fostering collaboration within a rapidly expanding startup. Elevate your career amidst a dynamic team, navigating the challenges and successes of a burgeoning professional landscape.



Job Tasks

  • Prepare and perform the flight tests of the Kitepower Hawk 30kW system and Falcon 100kW system
  • Assist the engineering team during the flight tests
  • Perform integrity checks on electromechanical equipment
  • Monitor and control the Kitepower system, deployed at our test locations in Ireland and the Netherlands
  • Plan logistics and organize the equipment on the flight site
  • Repair hardware, measure bridle lines and integrate the system components for the next flight tests
  • Supply flight test protocols and documentation to other departments
  • Data post-processing and analysis of the experimental flight tests
  • Small programming developments
  • Evaluate and implement small hardware developments

Job Profile

  • Scientific studies or applied sciences (math, physics, technical/mechanical engineering discipline)
  • Good communication and organization skills 
  • Fluent written/spoken English 
  • Good observation skills and ability to give reliable feedback
  • Manual work capability, handiwork enthusiast 
  • Good practical technical understanding
  • Commitment to work up to 50% of your time on our Irish test site
  • Experience in programming in Python
  • Drivers license B
  • Outdoor enthusiast

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Do you think you are the right intern for Kitepower?

We are looking forward to getting to know you and discussing your possible contribution to Kitepower. A video interview will be part of the application process.

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