Skyroot Aerospace introduces Kalpana Fellowship to support women in space
- ByStartupStory | February 20, 2024
Skyroot Aerospace unveiled the Kalpana Fellowship, India’s pioneering fellowship programme exclusively for women engineers in the space sector. Inspired by astronaut Kalpana Chawla’s legacy, the fellowship aims to inspire, encourage, and empower the next generation of female engineers. According to Pawan Chandana, co-founder and CEO of Skyroot, “We need more women in STEM and in the space sector… [they] can bring in more innovation, creativity and impact.” The fellowship offers a comprehensive programme featuring a monthly stipend, experiential learning, mentorship from experts, and access to cutting-edge infrastructure and technologies at Skyroot Aerospace.
The fellowship, named after Kalpana Chawla, provides successful candidates with a monthly allowance for a year, with eligibility open to final year students and recent graduates in relevant engineering disciplines. As stated by Bharath Daka, co-founder and COO of Skyroot, “With exciting missions on the horizon and our relentless pursuit of disruptive technologies, the Kalpana Fellowship offers opportunities for talented space engineers to contribute to transformative advancements.” The registration window for the 2024 fellowship is currently open.
Skyroot has launched a dedicated website for potential candidates to register for the fellowship, and its teams will engage with educational institutions across India to raise awareness and provide opportunities for a wider pool of candidates. Exceptional fellows who complete the one-year programme will have the chance to transition into full-time roles at Skyroot Aerospace.
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