*NGN is FREE to all 18-35 years olds with an interest in the space sector.
Mission Statement:
The BIS NextGen Network is a FREE community for 18-35 year olds, that aims to connect, inspire and empower students and young professionals in the space community. Through networking, events, and career development support, the NextGen Network will bring the next generation of the space community together.
Note: Non-BIS members are welcome to join the Network, but will not receive all the benefits of BIS membership**:
- Events – open to all NGN members (free/discounted to BIS members)
- Community Slack channel
- Career events – BIS members only
- NextGen Mentorship programme – BIS members only
- Collaboration events with other Young Professional Organisations – BIS members only
- Professional development opportunities with BIS committees – BIS members only
**BIS membership (for under 25s) is only £45 per annum.
NextGen Resources
Scholarship opportunities:
- IAC Student Paper Competition
- IAF Emerging Space Leaders Grant Programme
- IAF Young Space Leaders Recognition Programme
- SGAC scholarships
- International Space University
Jobs and Career Support:
BIS Members only
- Join our Slack channel
- Be part of our Organising Team
- Email nextgen@bis-space.com noting your interest and your BIS membership number (if applicable) for more info.
Harriet Brettle and Jenna Tiwana at the BIS Reinventing Space Conference 2021.