We are now open for applications for August 2026. Applications will be open until 29 March 2026.
Go behind the scenes at the Royal Observatory!
Work experience is a great way to get a feel for a profession, so if you're curious about what we do at the Royal Observatory Greenwich, then why not apply for a work experience placement?
Please note that the Royal Observatory Greenwich Astronomy Team is currently based at the National Maritime Museum as the Observatory undergoes refurbishments. There's more information on that here.
The National Maritime Museum also offers work experience placements. Head here for more information.
Tell me more!
Our work experience placement offers secondary school students from years 10 - 13 the opportunity to go behind the scenes with the Astronomy Team to see what we do on a day-to-day basis and what our various programmes, both formal and informal, offer to visitors.
The successful applicant will spend one week with us in summer 2026.
What would a work experience student do?
A work experience student will learn more about astronomy and science communication and will be involved in a number of activities including, but not limited to:
- Creating social media posts.
- Sitting in on some onsite sessions for schools and the public, evaluating the sessions and suggesting improvements.
- Writing a script about what's in the night sky for a particular month to be included in our Look Up! podcast.
- Chatting with one of the astronomers to find out about what it's like to be an astronomer. You'll be able to ask them any university or careers related questions you may have.
Will all activities take place onsite at the Observatory?
The Astronomy Team will be based at the National Maritime Museum due to renovation works taking place at the Observatory, and so most of your time will be spent at the National Maritime Museum. One day will be a work from home day.
How many places do you have?
We are able to offer nine students work experience placements with us, covering three weeks in August with three students each week.
How do I apply?
Applications for placements in August 2026 are now open. To apply please follow the link below. We are open for applications until 29 March 2026, after which applications will be shortlisted. You won't hear back from us before this date, but if you have any questions before or after applying please get in touch with the team via ROGEducation@rmg.co.uk
