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55 NASA Engineering Internships to Apply to This National Engineers Week

It’s National Engineers Week! At NASA, we’re always seeking new talent to join us as engineers. Engineers solve problems and make great ideas become reality.

To help launch your career in engineering, we’ve assembled this list of current NASA internship openings that are recruiting engineers! Remember, these summer 2025 internships close Friday, Feb. 28.

To get started:

  1. Head to stemgateway.nasa.gov and log in or create an account.
  2. Copy and paste the six-digit unique ID number for a role from the list below into the search bar.
  3. Review the specific details of the opportunity to see if you’d be a good fit.
  4. If interested, click the large “apply” button in the top right of the position listing.
  5. (You can apply to more than one opportunity!)
AJM SE UG intern 021358
Methods to relax stability requirements on the HWO telescope 021375
Miniaturized multispectral imager with quantum dots 021250
Shock tube-Plasmatron similarity based on optical emission spectroscopy data 021420
Simulation of FiberForm material in high-enthalpy ground facilities with the Uni 021296
Attitude Control Systems Engineering Analyst 021316
Battery Testing Intern 021422
CRESST II – Mirror Fabrication Development for NASA’s NGXO 021138
Development of Next Generation X-ray Optics for Astrophysics 021360
Digital Engineering Using MBSE to Develop System Architecture Model 021273
Engineering Cost Team Internship Summer 2025 020066
Multi-Body, Immersed Boundary Layer CFD Analysis of Supersonic Flight Test 021194
Computational analysis of crack network formation in polymer matrix composites 021043
Electronics and Sensors for Harsh Environments 021379
Miniaturized instruments enabled by nanomaterials for space missions 021249
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) of Custom Propeller Design 021297
Development of Thermoradiative Cell 021255
Electrified Aviation Transformer Design and Characterization 021325
Onsite: Advance COM development for Nano-sat Re-entry Missions 021329
Solar Cell Performance Measurement and Characterization 021400
WSTF SMA Engineering Internship 021303
AI Analysis for RST WFI Engineering Data 021341
Analysis of High-Order Shock-Capturing Methods 020933
CFD Modeling of Boundary Layer Transition 021100
Cleanroom Processing and Operations 021074
Control and Monitoring of Thermal Energy Conversion Systems 021183
Next-Gen OpNav 020813
Pneumatic Shock System – Methods and Development 019797
SCaN Development of Monitor and Control Interfaces for Spacecraft Compatibility 020258
Structural optimization using advanced computational methods 020956
AI/ML Research Opportunity in Space Systems Quality Engineering 020893
Advanced Deployment Mechanisms for Deployable Space Trusses 021554
Autonomous Aircraft Operations 021580
Fission Surface Power: Thermal Energy Management 021365
Habitable Worlds Observatory Attitude Control System (ACS) 021061
Habitable Worlds Observatory Optical Engineering and Analysis 021056
Loads and Dynamics Analysis and Test Support 021272
Characterization of high strain composite materials and structures 021457
Evaluating Clustered Electric Propulsion Thruster Operation 021406
Fiber Simulations in Woven Composites 021397
Habitable Worlds Observatory Thermal Engineering and Analysis 021058
Polymeric Nanocomposites for Thermal Management 020868
RDE injection modeling 021279
Radiated EMI model of sub-megawatt electric powertrains 020797
Sounding Rocket GNC Intern 020809
Towards Justified Confidence 019538
CLPS- Astrobotic 021555
Digital Twin of a Vibration Test Lab 021504
Electron Density and Ionospheric Conductivity 021179
FUV bandpass filter Development for HWO 021166
Fission Surface Power: Systems Engineering 021362
Design & Development of Molecular-based Laser Diagnostics 020966
Formal Verification for Novel HMT Paradigms 021448
HIGH-TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT TECHNIQUES 021436
High Pressure Combustion Research 021274

Additional Resources:

Not sure which engineering fields you’d be interested in? Check out our feature breaking down What Type of Engineering is Right for You. Plus, check out NASA STEM for resources fit for all ages to help prepare you for a career in the STEM workforce.

A Lakota Perspective on STEM: Caitlin Bordeaux’s Journey to NASA and Beyond

Caitlin Bordeaux’s journey in education began with a strong commitment to both her heritage and her students. Bordeaux is a Sicangu Lakota educator from the Rosebud reservation, now living on Oglala lands in Thunder Valley, South Dakota. She’s been teaching high school science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), and computer science for eight years, creating culturally relevant curricula that honor  Indigenous perspectives.

Alt Text: Caitlin Bordeaux and her team sit together at a large table admiring the comic book pages they collaborated on.
Alt Text: Caitlin Bordeaux and her team sit together at a large table admiring the comic book pages they collaborated on. Caitlin wears business casual attire and smiles at the camera.

“My work blends education, culture, and STEM, aiming to elevate Indigenous voices and knowledge systems in classrooms and beyond,” said Bordeaux.

With degrees from Black Hills State University and the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, Bordeaux is now pursuing a Ph.D. in STEM education, furthering her mission to make STEM more inclusive and accessible to underrepresented communities.

Bordeaux’s internship with NASA was a pivotal experience in her career that deepened her dedication to integrating Indigenous perspectives into STEM. Working virtually alongside her mentor, she focused on building partnerships between NASA, local Indigenous organizations, and the Rosebud Sioux Tribe’s education department.

Her role at NASA also reinforced her belief in a holistic approach to STEM. “Being Indigenous has shaped my approach to STEM work, grounded in respect for Unci Maka (Mother Earth). My perspective is focused on cultural connections and holistic learning,” Bordeaux explained. This outlook encourages the integration of Indigenous values into STEM spaces, making them more inclusive and reflective of diverse knowledge systems. By connecting science with culture, Bordeaux believes we can create more accessible and equitable STEM education environments for all students.

Alt Text: A page of a comic book featuring multiple Indigenous women who work at NASA, including Caitlin Bordeaux. The comic page highlighting the different ways in which NASA collaborates with Indigenous communities to blend their knowledge with western sciences.
Alt Text: A page of a comic book featuring multiple Indigenous women who work at NASA, including Caitlin Bordeaux. The comic page highlights the different ways in which NASA collaborates with Indigenous communities to blend their knowledge with Western sciences.

One such effort of Bordeaux’s is her dedication to developing cross-curricular lessons that integrate Indigenous star knowledge with STEM concepts, with a strong commitment to supporting the Rosebud Sioux Tribe and NASA’s Star Knowledge Partnership Program allowing her students to connect with science from their own perspectives.

Bordeaux’s experience also serves as a message to other aspiring Indigenous students: there are opportunities to grow, contribute, and make a lasting impact. “Apply! NASA offers various internships, including virtual ones like I did, which are flexible and accessible,” said Bordeaux. Her experience has influenced her academic pursuits, helping to push her to gain her Ph.D., while also providing her the opportunity to connect with others, including her mentor, who have the same goal for the future of education and STEM.

In her own words, the work is just beginning: “Philamayaye! (Thank you!),” she says, reflecting on the support and opportunities that have shaped her path. Her internship has been a catalyst for her continued work in education and research, to create a more inclusive and culturally relevant STEM education landscape.

Tara Roanhorse/NASA Headquarters

 

Tara Roanhorse: A Navajo Star Rising at NASA

The first words spoken by Tara Roanhorse at her NASA internship were in Navajo: “Yá’át’ééh shík’éí dóó shídiné’é, shí ei Tara Roanhorse dashijiní. Bítsiigha’ Łichí’í Diné’é Bilagáaná níshłǫ́ǫ, Tsi’naajinii  báshíshchíín. Áádóó índá Bítsiigha’ Łichí’í Diné’é Bilagáaná  eí dashicheii, áádóó Tó Dích’íi’nii dashínálí. Ákót’éego Diné níshłį́į dóó Kimberling City, Missouri hóólyéédę́ę́’ naashá. Ákót’éego nihich’į’ ádééhósiszįįd dooleeł dííshjį́. Ahéhee’!” A traditional greeting, “Hello my friends and my relations, my name is Tara Roanhorse. I am of Irish heritage, born for the black streak wooded people. My maternal grandfather is of Irish heritage and my paternal grandfather is of the bitter water people. I am from Kimberling City, Missouri. In this way, I am a Navajo woman. Thank you!”

Alt Text: NASA intern Tara Roanhorse poses in a ribbon skirt outside of NASA's Kennedy Space Center. She stands before a large metallic statue of the iconic red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo.
Alt Text: NASA intern Tara Roanhorse poses in a ribbon skirt outside of NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. She stands before a large metallic statue of the iconic red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo. Credit: Tara Roanhorse

As an intern in NASA’s Office of STEM Engagement, Tara is responsible for helping to reach audiences via social media to get NASA STEM resources into as many hands as possible and ensure potential interns know there is space for them at NASA. Since the beginning, she’s been led by her Native heritage; as a Diné woman, she’s familiar with what it means to feel like an outsider. “Indigenous people and women aren’t very represented in STEM spaces, so it felt like a long shot when I applied,” said Roanhorse. “Aside from my time at my Tribal University, I’m often the only Indigenous person in the room.”

As a STEM Communications intern, Tara shares that her work “includes writing blogs about current and former interns, creating content for the Internships social media accounts and providing support for the NASA STEM social media accounts, and supporting wherever I can with helping to create engaging and informative content across my team. I really enjoy being able to create things that help put STEM in people’s hands in a way that they can understand.There are so many great resources out there for kids, adults, tribes, and schools that haven’t traditionally been so accessible, so my personal goal is to help everyone be able to access the work that’s being done.”

Alt Text: NASA Intern Tara Roanhorse smiles standing with her mother and father after receiving her Associates of Arts degree. She wears a traditional tribal dress and necklace along with her graduation robe and stole as well as multiple honors chords around her neck. Credit: Tara Roanhorse
Alt Text: NASA intern Tara Roanhorse smiles standing with her mother and father after receiving her Associate of Arts degree. She wears a traditional Navajo skirt with a necklace, graduation robe, stole, and multiple honors chords around her neck. Credit: Tara Roanhorse

Although now a familiar face at NASA, Tara had her doubts: “Growing up I was always interested in science and technology but wasn’t always the best at practicing it, but I was good at explaining things to people! That’s why, when I returned to get my college education in my early twenties, I knew STEM communications was something that I wanted to do,” said Roanhorse.

Alt Text: A young Tara Roanhorse smiles infront of a poster on the wall reading “Welcome to the Discovery Club”. Tara wears a light blue sweatshirt with flower embroidery and smiles. Credit: Tara Roanhorse
Alt Text: A young Tara Roanhorse smiles infront of a poster on the wall reading “Welcome to the Discovery Club”. Tara wears a light blue sweatshirt with flower embroidery and smiles. Credit: Tara Roanhorse

NASA’s missions are strengthened by the diversity of worldviews of its workforce. According to Tara, “my heritage and culture have provided a different lens through which to see the work that’s being done. My tribe has a holistic and ordered worldview; everything is interrelated and enfolded into the whole.”

Now having led campaigns that have reached audiences in the tens of millions, and supported collaborations with the likes of Megan Thee Stallion, Roanhorse shares some of her advice for others: “Be willing to try something new and scary. Every day, I get the chance to do something different, expanding my knowledge in the best possible ways. And while imposter syndrome is so real, you were meant for great things–you are your ancestor’s wildest dreams come true. No one else has the experiences, outlook, or ideas as you. You are unique, and you have something to contribute to the world and to NASA’s missions.”

If you’re interested in carving your own path like Tara, consider applying for NASA’s internship program at intern.nasa.gov.

Evan T. Flatt/NASA Headquarters

 

Mission to Inform: How a NASA Intern Brought Space Science to Life

As a summer intern at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, Nora Lowe played a role in supporting NASA’s upcoming flagship mission, the Nancy Grace Roman Telescope. This project is a NASA observatory designed to investigate inquiries about dark energy, exoplanets, and infrared astrophysics. Lowe was tasked with assisting in the reporting and publicizing of the telescope’s developmental milestones. Her responsibilities included copywriting stories, social media writing, and editing.

“I was lucky enough to stumble upon NASA Goddard’s Science Journalism, Multimedia, and Social Media Internships through the NASA STEM Gateway website,” Lowe recalled. “The role description explained that interns will gain on-the-job experience with a leading team of writers and multimedia producers to create and share content from NASA’s science missions. It was perfectly suited to my career goals.”

Lowe’s internship was not her first experience with NASA. As a high school sophomore, Lowe applied to a NASA-sponsored competition to name the Mars rover later named Perseverance. She named her submission after an animal known for its resilience and ability to survive environmental extremes, which she felt was fitting for a Mars Rover. While her submission was not chosen, she was grateful for the chance to interact with the agency at a young age.

“It progressed past some rounds of review, but was not selected, which I’m ultimately grateful for, because it doesn’t exactly roll off the tongue. The engineers ultimately etched the 155 semifinalist essays onto silicon chips to launch up with the rover, so my words ended up on the Red Planet nonetheless! That was my first interaction with NASA, and it was so formative that I vowed it wouldn’t be my last.”

Alt Text: Nora Lowe smiles at the camera in a teal NASA polo and patterned pants. She is seated in a chair positioned to the left of the room, with a television behind her and another on the right, showcasing images of galaxies. Above the right screen, the iconic red NASA worm logo stands out. The room is bathed in deep blue lighting from the ceiling, while a vibrant purple glow radiates from the floor, creating a cosmic ambiance. Image Credit: Nora Lowe
Alt Text: Nora Lowe smiles at the camera in a teal blouse and patterned pants. She is seated in a chair positioned to the left of the room, with a television behind her and another on the right, showcasing images of galaxies. Above the right screen, the iconic red NASA worm logo stands out. The room is bathed in deep blue lighting from the ceiling, while a vibrant purple glow radiates from the floor, creating a cosmic ambiance. Image Credit: Nora Lowe

Navigating the complexities of interviewing subject matter experts proved to be a challenge for Lowe, especially within the NASA environment. Lowe turned to her mentors, Science Writer Ashley Balzer and Social Media Lead Courtney Lee, for help. Their expert guidance played a crucial role in easing Lowe’s nerves and enhancing her ability to engage effectively with NASA’s scientific elite.

“Having one-on-one conversations with acclaimed scientists was honestly intimidating,” Lowe said. “It took careful practice, such as conducting several mock interviews with my mentors to feel more at ease when doing the real thing.”

Benefiting from her practice with her mentors, Lowe reflects on some of her favorite pieces. She produced a piece for “Conversations with Goddard” focused on Melissa Harris, a propulsion engineer working on the Roman telescope. Additionally, she authored several articles highlighting the science within NASA.

“I am especially proud of my article on the handheld spectrometer because of the sheer number of logistics I orchestrated,” she said. “Drafting that article felt like completing a 1,000-piece puzzle. I conducted interviews with seven subjects, the most I’ve done for a single story to date.”

Alt Text: Nora Lowe poses with a group of interns and Chief Scientist and Senior Climate Advisor Katherine Calvin on the rooftop of NASA Headquarters. The Capitol building is visible in the background, providing a distinctive Washington, D.C. backdrop. Image Credit: Nora Lowe
Alt Text: Nora Lowe poses with a group of interns and Chief Scientist and Senior Climate Advisor Katherine Calvin on the rooftop of NASA Headquarters. The Capitol building is visible in the background, providing a distinctive Washington, D.C. backdrop. Image Credit: Nora Lowe

Lowe’s internship served as a pivotal moment for her professional journey. She reflects on the wealth of skills she acquired during her session that paved the way for her to grow as a science writer and a young professional.

“I adopted the concept of ‘familiar novelty,’ as cohort guest speakers and authors Howard Mansfield and Sy Montgomery put it. It’s a delicate balance emphasizing the new and exciting parts of a story while using techniques like analogies to make it understandable or familiar to the reader.”

At NASA, Lowe uncovered a new direction for her future, sparking a passion for government and public work in science communication. Her time at the agency proved transformative, solidifying her career ambitions, and illustrating the profound impact of bridging scientific knowledge with the public.

“This opportunity was a powerful way to solidify my ambitions and aspirations, as well as to demonstrate how working in this field benefits society,” Lowe said. “Everyone deserves to be empowered with an understanding of how the world works, and I admire NASA’s fantastic science writers, who act as vital liaisons between scientists and the general public, for helping make that possible.”

Gracie Glover/NASA Headquarters

Summer of AI: Intern Uses AI to help NASA Employees

You’ve probably interacted with a pop-up virtual agent while shopping online, making reservations, or navigating customer service. These virtual assistants are also a key resource for the over 18,000 civil servants, contractors, and interns at NASA who have human resource questions every day.

That’s where Johnpaul Lopez comes in. Lopez, a computer science and IT student, is interning for NASA Headquarters in Washington, D.C., as a virtual agent content management intern for the Office of the Chief Human Capitol Officer (OCHCO). His work is integral in embracing and safely integrating AI (Artificial Intelligence) as a platform to serve employees’ needs.

Lopez’s team created a chatbot named NOVA (NASA OCHCO Virtual Agent) designed to help NASA employees get answers to their HR-related questions. It can answer over 60 HR topics, with more to come soon. Every day, Lopez is developing new conversational pathways, revising dialogue flows, conducting AI research, and testing NOVA to make sure its responses are accurate and helpful. Lopez contributes daily to NASA’s goal of incorporating advanced AI-responsive features in the chatbot’s next iteration.

“Joining NASA allows me to be part of the ARTEMIS generation, fostering healthy and exciting relations with fellow interns and mentors I always dreamt to be a part of. Our contributions and mentors pave the path for us to lead the next generation of learners and dreamers,” Lopez shared.

Alt text: In this photo taken in 2014, Lopez poses with two awards. Lopez is in the center of the image wearing a red button-up shirt with a blue lanyard, red tie, and black pants. Credit: Johnpaul Lopez
Alt text: In this photo taken in 2014, Lopez poses with two awards. Lopez is in the center of the image wearing a red button-up shirt with a blue lanyard, red tie, and black pants. Credit: Johnpaul Lopez

Lopez was born in Humacao, Puerto Rico, a small town on the eastern coast of the island. As a child, he competed in school science competitions, built with Legos, and watched documentaries. When he was a baby, his parents made the decision to move their family to Florida, leaving everyone and everything they knew behind to provide Lopez with more opportunities. Throughout his life, Lopez has held a passion for technology and public service. Now, as a first-generation college student, he aims to be part of something bigger than himself and help others.

“My family came from Puerto Rico to give me the best educational opportunities and life I can have here in Central Florida. Everything that I am and do is because of them! I’m a culmination of their hopes, dreams, sacrifices, and perseverance through it all, and I strive to bring my dreams to life by delivering the best work I can,” said Lopez.

Alt text: Lopez poses with four of his family members celebrating his acceptance as a Summer 2024 NASA intern. The whole family is wearing black NASA t-shirts. In the foreground of the image is a cake with planets on it, a gift bag, and blue balloons. Credit: Johnpaul Lopez
Alt text: Lopez poses with four of his family members celebrating his acceptance as a Summer 2024 NASA intern. The whole family is wearing black NASA t-shirts. In the foreground of the image is a cake with planets on it, a gift bag, and blue balloons. Credit: Johnpaul Lopez

After his internship, Lopez hopes to continue working in a software role and continue advancing in his career while working on his personal side projects. He aims to stay in the STEM community and help others like him know they can intern for NASA too. Lopez wants future interns to know that the work is hard, but it’s worth it, and while everyone’s journeys are different, if you have the right balance of hope, faith, and trust in the process, you can make it, too.

“NASA is more than just rocket science; it’s a collective of individuals from all fields coming together to tell a story reminding society of our spirit of hope and unity,” said Lopez.

Tara Roanhorse/NASA Headquarters

 

 

 

 

 

 

Celebrate HBCU Students With NASA: Social Media Toolkit

This HBCU Week, Sept. 16-20, NASA is celebrating the contributions of its workforce who attended Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). We’ve put together this social media toolkit to help celebrate our past, present, and future #HBCU interns!

HBCUs have played a crucial role throughout NASA’s history, educating and empowering many talented members of our workforce. Historic figures such as Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, Mary W. Jackson, and Charles “Charlie” Bolden earned their degrees from HBCUs. Show your HBCU pride with the below graphics and hashtags.

Use #NASAInterns or #ArtemisGeneration for a chance to be amplified from the @NASAInternsaccounts.

The provided alt text (alternative text) in posts makes the graphics more accessible to persons with disabilities.

HBCU Week Social Media Graphics

  1. Earth’s Auroras – Download Here
Alt Text: Earth’s colorful auroras dominate the night sky as seen from orbit. Bright shades of green, yellow, and blue illuminate the image. The background of the image is the darkness of space sprinkled with gleaming stars. It transitions to an empty background with text stating “There’s space for me at NASA. Happy #HBCU Week” with an animated red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo below the text. Credit: NASA/Greg Lee
Alt Text: Earth’s colorful auroras dominate the night sky as seen from orbit. Bright shades of green, yellow, and blue illuminate the image. The background of the image is the darkness of space sprinkled with gleaming stars. It transitions to an empty background with text stating “There’s space for me at NASA. Happy #HBCU Week” with an animated red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo below the text. Credit: NASA/Greg Lee
  1. Cityscapes at Night – Download Here
Alt Text: The bright cityscape of North America is seen from orbit with flickers of an aurora in the far distance. It transitions to an empty background with text stating “There’s space for me at NASA. Happy #HBCU Week” with an animated red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo below the text. Credit: NASA/Greg Lee
Alt Text: The bright cityscape of North America is seen from orbit with flickers of an aurora in the far distance. It transitions to an empty background with text stating “There’s space for me at NASA. Happy #HBCU Week” with an animated red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo below the text. Credit: NASA/Greg Lee
  1. Earth Zoom Out – Download Here
Alt Text: A bright close up view of South America illuminated from its city lights zooms out to reveal all of the Earth. It transitions to an empty background with text stating “There’s space for me at NASA. Happy #HBCU Week” with an animated red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo below the text. Credit: NASA/Greg Lee
Alt Text: A bright close-up view of South America illuminated by its city lights zooms out to reveal all of the Earth. It transitions to an empty background with text stating “There’s space for me at NASA. Happy #HBCU Week” with an animated red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo below the text. Credit: NASA/Greg Lee

More Ways to Celebrate HBCU Week With NASA

Check out some of these NASA resources and opportunities this HBCU Week:

The Color of Space: This ongoing NASA+ original series highlights and celebrates the incredible lives and accomplishments of Black NASA astronauts, including astronaut Charles Bolden, who was also the 12th NASA Administrator and an HBCU alumnus.

NASA Internships HBCU Blog: Read the stories of current HBCU interns at NASA. Learn about their contributions to the agency and how their alma maters have supported them to get to where they are today.

HBCU Week Q&A: Join the live Q&A session on the @NASAInternships Instagram account on Wednesday, Sept. 18 at 1 p.m. ET. Have your questions answered live by the NASA Internships team!

MITTIC Opportunities: Apply for MITTIC, NASA’s Minority University Research and Education Project (MUREP) Innovation and Tech Transfer Idea Competition. This Shark Tank-style competition offers students an opportunity to develop entrepreneurial skills and a chance to win money while developing technology to benefit all of humanity.

Evan T. Flatt/NASA Headquarters

100 Don’t-Miss NASA Internship Opportunities to Launch Your Career

Remember: Applications for spring 2025 are due by August 23, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. ET.

Podcast making, space horticulture, or planetary protection—whatever your interest, there is a NASA internship for you this spring.

Want to share your passion for NASA with the world? Our virtual or in-person audio storytelling internship out of NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center is the perfect fit for you! Got a green-thumb and want to put it to the test? Design methods to grow vegetables in low-gravity with an in-person internship at NASA’s Glenn Research Center. A team at NASA’s Ames Research Center also needs help cleaning NASA-style; we’re seeking an intern to design methods to ensure spacecraft don’t get contaminated with bacteria. Up to the task? Apply to these internships and more at stemgateway.nasa.gov.

With less than a week left to apply for our spring 2025 NASA internships, we’ve assembled this list of 100 don’t-miss opportunities to help launch your career —all of which you can apply to right now.

List of Opportunities:

Opportunity ID # Field
3D Microscope Flight Instrument Maturation and Novel Optical Sensing 19284 Aeronautics
Flight Mechanics Analysis of Magnetohydrodynamics 19437 Aeronautics
Electric Aircraft Hardware Design and Testing – In-Person 19258 Aeronautics
Airfield Project Support-Onsite 19463 Aeronautics
Design and Analysis of Electric Aircraft 19234 Aeronautics
Polymer Aerogels for aeronautic and aerospace applications 19222 Aeronautics
Biological implementation in SAMMS 19449 Biology
Planetary Protection DNA Isolation Study 19206 Biology
Onsite – Microbial Assays for Planetary Protection 19301 Biology
Plant Watering in Low-Gravity (Spring 2025) 19116 Biology
Onsite: Space microbiology hardware design and testing 19302 Biology
Remote sensing of marine debris 19213 Biology
Range and Mission Management Office (RMMO) Business Support Intern 19459 Business
Organizational Development Research and Activities 18976 Business
Project Management Dashboard Development – Spring 2025 19221 Business
Analysis of Inclusion Plan Reviews 19093 Business
Inclusion Plan – best practices 19084 Business
NASA Audio Storytelling Internship 19180 Communications
Sustainability Ambassador – Strategic Communications Support EPFD 19438 Communications
Illustration/Graphic Design Intern 19349 Communications
NASA Archives Description Intern 18891 Communications
Communications and Outreach for Data Science Efforts at NASA 19218 Communications
Electrified Aircraft Interactive Visualization at NASA Graphics Lab 19220 Communications
Ecological Conservation Program Outreach & Communications Intern 19215 Communications
Outreach Support for Scientific Computing Visualization Lab 19217 Communications
NASA Audio Storytelling Internship 19156 Communications
Archives Intern – NASA Johnson Space Center 18889 Communications
JSC Office of Communications Intern within External Relations 19057 Communications
3D Animation Intern 19053 Communications
SPARX Intern 19115 Communications
ASTRO CAMP Collaborative Partners Supporting Hispanic Programs in STEM 19085 Communications (Spanish)
NASA Spanish-language Journalism, Multimedia, Social Media Intern 19182 Communications (Spanish)
2025 Spring Operations Engineer 19307 Engineering
Electrical Test Engineer 19242 Engineering
Engineering Assistant for Power and Propulsion Element (PPE) 19260 Engineering
ONSITE – EPIC Test Engineer 19065 Engineering
JSC Engineering Academy 19227 Engineering
Computational Fluid Dynamics for Urban Air Mobility 19165 IT/Computers
Computational Modeling of Additive Manufacturing Melt Pools 19274 IT/Computers
Validation of Computational Models for Composite Materials and Structures 19107 IT/Computers
Computer Science/Information Assurance Intern 19048 IT/Computers
AR/VR for Science and Engineering 19152 IT/Computers
JWST Exoplanet Spectroscopy Observations 19386 STEM
NESC Loads and Dynamics Technical Discipline Team Apprentice Spring 2025 19390 STEM
Mass Management 19167 STEM
Thermochemistry of Glassy and Molten Silicates 19360 STEM
Composite Radiator Atmosphere Revitalizer 19288 STEM
Design of frequency selective surfaces (FSSs) and antennas for sensing 19120 STEM
Human Landing System (HLS)-GNC Guidance Development and Testing 19137 STEM
Precision Eddy Current Displacement Sensor 19375 STEM
Updating EMTAT Simulink graphical programming language 19174 STEM
Battery Material Intern 19261 STEM
Characterization of a Composite Foldable Antenna Reflector for the Lunar Surface 19368 STEM
MISSE Characterizations 19316 STEM
Machine Learning for Lensless Particle Image Velocimetry 19077 STEM
Magnetic Shape Memory Alloy Actuator for nano-positioning 19376 STEM
New Structural Design Method 19351 STEM
RST Thermal Spacecraft Verification Support 19309 STEM
Advancing the Next-Gen Microshutter Array Technology 19004 STEM
Components & Hardware Systems – GN&C EE/CE/AE Systems Development 19295 STEM
EGS Human Systems Integration Intern 19273 STEM
Lunar Electrostatic and Dust Mitigation Tool 19276 STEM
Method Development for the Conceptual Design of Commercial Supersonic Transports 19293 STEM
SP25 Superconducting 19268 STEM
Biofilm Management in Life Support Systems 19347 STEM
Characterization of high strain composite materials and structures 19371 STEM
Drop Tower Experiments and Construction Spring 2025 19076 STEM
Predicting Thermoelastic Properties of Amorphous and Crystalline Thermoplastics 19170 STEM
Radiation Hardened Display Technology 19271 STEM
Modeling of Chilldown of Cryogenic Transfer Lines 19318 STEM
Thermoplastic Composite Cryotank 19263 STEM
Two Phase Flow Research and Physical Science Web Design Cluster (Spring 2025) 19118 STEM
Develop a verification methodology for fixed-point digital controllers 19374 STEM
Dielectric Energy Storage 19323 STEM
Fast Iterative Thrust Chamber Assembly Tool (FITCAT) 19119 STEM
Human Landing System (HLS)-GNC Deep Space Navigation 19139 STEM
Machine Learning Project for Automated Posture Classification 19279 STEM
Solar Sail Hardware Materials and Testing 19262 STEM
VEC Thermal Analysis and Testing Intern 18855 STEM
Advanced Thermoplastic Composites for Aircraft Manufacturing 19287 STEM
TLT – Robotic Assembly System Design 19230 STEM
CLPS- Astrobotic 19064 STEM
High Temperature Materials and Structures 19245 STEM
Lunar Electrostatic and Dust Mitigation Tool 19275 STEM
Modular Mechanism Control Electronics for Spaceflight Instruments 19373 STEM
Air quality prediction using TEMPO data 19108 Sustainability
Conservation Community Data Needs 19132 Sustainability
Climate Resilience Intern 19286 Sustainability
Water Disinfection Strategies 19164 Sustainability
Satellite & remote sensing data analyst position with NASA GLOBE Clouds 19193 Sustainability
Data mining and analysis for the GLOBE Program 19257 Sustainability
Sustainable Metrics Internship 18940 Sustainability
Wallops Meteorological Systems Enhancement Project 19462 Sustainability
Equity & Environmental Justice Intern 19285 Sustainability
Water Disinfection Strategies 18929 Sustainability
JE – Environmental Management Office (EMO) 18938 Sustainability
Enhancing Climate Resilience at NASA 19311 Sustainability
KSC Energy and Water Conservation and Resiliency 19122 Sustainability
Sustainability & Energy Program Support 19168 Sustainability
Exploring the role of volcanoes on the dynamical response of the atmosphere 19158 Sustainability

 

Stars and Stories: Intern’s Blogging Journey to NASA

In the fall semester of his sophomore year, former intern Stephan Bellamy applied for his internship after developing a blog, Space by Stephan, during a class at Vanderbilt. After writing posts about NASA and contractors such as SpaceX and Blue Origin, he started exploring communications opportunities at NASA. He received a position as a Science Communications intern focused on the Biodiversity Survey of the Cape (BioSCape) program. BioSCape is a collaborative project between NASA, the South African government, and local organizations to preserve biodiversity in the Greater Cape Floristic Regions.

Image Description: Off the coast of South Africa, phytoplankton bloom colored the waters with a swirl of turquoise, blue and white. The phytoplankton illuminate deep blue water in a spiral shape, similar to a galaxy. Image Credit: Credit: NASA/GSFC/Jeff Schmaltz/MODIS Land Rapid Response Team.
Alt Text: Off the coast of South Africa, phytoplankton bloom colored the waters with a swirl of turquoise, blue, and white. The phytoplankton illuminate deep blue water in a spiral shape, similar to a galaxy. Credit: NASA/GSFC/Jeff Schmaltz/MODIS Land Rapid Response Team.

“I hesitated to apply because I did not have a zeal for ecology,” Bellamy said. “I fell in love with the project and found a new passion for understanding biodiversity.”

Bellamy focused on redesigning the website. He designed graphics, created, and edited videos, researched the science, and enhanced the website.

“Some specific outputs I made include an updated flowchart of all organizational members and projects, graphic highlights of individual science projects, an edited Space Apps challenge video, and a collage of all institutional partners,” he said. “I took on different priorities, but the core of my work stayed the same: communicating the science of BioSCape.”

Alongside his remodel of the website, Bellamy was tasked with telling the story of NASA’s first biodiversity field campaign. To bridge the gap between the project and the public, Bellamy interviewed his leadership team and others to understand and share the human stories behind BioSCape.

“Hearing about everyone’s unique path to the project has been inspiring, and the heart of constructing this piece is recognizing the humanity of a research project like BioSCape,” he said. “I wanted to give the humans of BioSCape the platform to say something that no data or scientific findings can say for them.”

Image Description: The southernmost tip of Africa dominates the image. Shades of green and browns compile to represent landmarks. Around the tip of the continent is white feathering representing a current and the rest is the rich blue of the ocean. Image Credit:  NASA/METI/AIST/Japan Space Systems, and U.S./Japan ASTER Science Team.
Alt Text: The southernmost tip of Africa dominates the image. Shades of green and browns compile to represent landmarks. Around the tip of the continent is white feathering representing a current and the rest of the image is the rich blue of the ocean. Credit:  NASA/METI/AIST/Japan Space Systems, and U.S./Japan ASTER Science Team.

Bellamy acknowledges his leadership team as mentors during his internship, with special recognition for his assigned mentor, Keith Gaddis. Gaddis’ trust and flexibility, alongside the leadership team’s constructive feedback and tasks, has propelled Bellamy’s creativity and independence.

Bellamy aspires to be a full-time author. He credits his internship with opening his eyes to new possibilities for his passion for writing.

“I see myself writing sci-fi novels and other creative works, maybe screenwriting if I pick it up or poetry if I’m feeling whimsy,” Bellamy explains. “I know that writing as a career is challenging and taxing, but I’m willing to do whatever it takes to achieve my dream.”

Bellamy is thankful for the opportunity presented to him, “as a Black, first-generation student, having the opportunity to work at NASA feels transformational. The offer letter opened my eyes to my place in the workspace. In times like these, I must be cognizant of the systemic and cultural issues at work to prevent someone like me from having a job at a place like NASA. To my community back in Georgia, I am proof that, yes, you can make it here.”

Gracie Glover/NASA Headquarters

Celebrate NASA Internships with Us Using This Social Media Toolkit

National Intern Day is July 25! We’ve put together this social media toolkit to help you celebrate NASA internships this #NationalInternDay. Whether you’re an intern, former intern, intern mentor, or just work with some incredible NASA interns—this toolkit is for you!

Best Practices

Graphics

Our graphic designers compiled a collection of visuals for you to use that pull inspiration from some of NASA’s most iconic recent recordings. Feel free to use them!

Accessibility

We encourage you to utilize the provided alt text (alternative text) to make the graphics as accessible as possible—after all, there is space for everyone at NASA.

Hashtags
Excited to share about NASA internships? Use our official hashtags (#NASAInterns and/or #ArtemisGeneration) for a chance to be amplified from our accounts.

Visual Assets

  1. Artemis Launch Close – Download Here
Alt Text: The top of the Artemis I Space Launch System launches out of the top of the image with a burst of steam. The length of the aircraft ascends through the image. It transitions to an empty background with text stating “There’s space for me at NASA. Happy #NationalInternDay” with an animated red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo below the text. Credit: NASA/Greg Lee
Alt Text: The top of the Artemis I Space Launch System launches out of the top of the image with a burst of steam. The length of the aircraft ascends through the image. It transitions to an empty background with text stating “There’s space for me at NASA. Happy #NationalInternDay” with an animated red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo below the text. Credit: NASA/Greg Lee
  1. Moon Cycles – Download Here
Alt Text: The Moon fills the center with the black vastness of space on either side. As the Moon rotates, a shadow covers the sphere from right to left. It transitions to an empty background with text stating “There’s space for me at NASA. Happy #NationalInternDay” with an animated red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo below the text. Credit: NASA/Greg Lee
Alt Text: The Moon fills the center with the black vastness of space on either side. As the Moon rotates, a shadow covers the sphere from right to left. It transitions to an empty background with text stating “There’s space for me at NASA. Happy #NationalInternDay” with an animated red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo below the text. Credit: NASA/Greg Lee
  1. Cityscapes at Night – Download Here
Alt Text: The bright cityscape of North America is seen from orbit with flickers of an aurora in the far distance. It transitions to an empty background with text stating “There’s space for me at NASA. Happy #NationalInternDay” with an animated red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo below the text. Credit: NASA/Greg Lee
Alt Text: The bright cityscape of North America is seen from orbit with flickers of an aurora in the far distance. It transitions to an empty background with text stating “There’s space for me at NASA. Happy #NationalInternDay” with an animated red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo below the text. Credit: NASA/Greg Lee
  1. Earth’s Aurora – Download Here
Alt Text: Earth’s colorful auroras dominate the night sky as seen from orbit. Bright shades of green, yellow, and blue illuminate the image. The background of the image is the darkness of space sprinkled with gleaming stars. It transitions to an empty background with text stating “There’s space for me at NASA. Happy #NationalInternDay” with an animated red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo below the text. Credit: NASA/Greg Lee
Alt Text: Earth’s colorful auroras dominate the night sky as seen from orbit. Bright shades of green, yellow, and blue illuminate the image. The background of the image is the darkness of space sprinkled with gleaming stars. It transitions to an empty background with text stating “There’s space for me at NASA. Happy #NationalInternDay” with an animated red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo below the text. Credit: NASA/Greg Lee
  1. Space Station Aurora – Download Here
Alt Text: The International Space Station orbits over the surface of Earth. High in the atmosphere auroras gleam in shades of bright yellow and green illuminating the dark night skies below. The background of the image is the darkness of space sprinkled with gleaming stars. It transitions to an empty background with text stating “There’s space for me at NASA. Happy #NationalInternDay” with an animated red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo below the text. Credit: NASA/Greg Lee
Alt Text: The International Space Station orbits over the surface of Earth. High in the atmosphere auroras gleam in shades of bright yellow and green illuminating the dark night skies below. The background of the image is the darkness of space sprinkled with gleaming stars. It transitions to an empty background with text stating “There’s space for me at NASA. Happy #NationalInternDay” with an animated red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo below the text. Credit: NASA/Greg Lee
  1. Artemis Launch – Download Here
Alt Text: NASA’s Orion spacecraft atop the Space Launch System ascends from its launch pad while overlaid text reads “There’s space for me at NASA.” As the massive rocket approaches the top of the screen, its bright exhaust turns the entire screen white. Once the screen is white, it transitions to an empty background with text stating “Happy #NationalInternDay” with an animated red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo below the text. Credit: NASA/Greg Lee
Alt Text: NASA’s Orion spacecraft atop the Space Launch System ascends from its launch pad while overlaid text reads “There’s space for me at NASA.” As the massive rocket approaches the top of the screen, its bright exhaust turns the entire screen white. Once the screen is white, it transitions to an empty background with text stating “Happy #NationalInternDay” with an animated red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo below the text. Credit: NASA/Greg Lee
  1. Saturn’s Rings – Download Here
Alt Text: Saturn and its rings with the Sun in the background. Overlaid text reads “There’s space for me at NASA.” As the graphic zooms out from Saturn, an additional line below the original text states “Happy #NationalInternDay” with an animated red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo below the text. Credit: NASA/Greg Lee
Alt Text: Saturn and its rings with the Sun in the background. Overlaid text reads “There’s space for me at NASA.” As the graphic zooms out from Saturn, an additional line below the original text states “Happy #NationalInternDay” with an animated red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo below the text. Credit: NASA/Greg Lee
  1. Earth Flare – Download Here
Alt Text: The Earth’s upper atmosphere at night as seen from the International Space Station, overlaid text reads “There’s space for me at NASA”. As the Space Station nears the Earth’s daylight side the Sun’s bright light drowns out the entire image in blue then white. Once the screen is white it transitions to an empty background with text stating “Happy #NationalInternDay” with an animated red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo below the text. Credit: NASA/Greg Lee
  1. Earth Orbit – Download Here
Alt Text: The Earth’s horizon during the day as recorded from the International Space Station. White wispy clouds, blue oceans, and light brown land are seen beyond the horizon with overlaid text stating “There’s space for me at NASA.” The original text fades away and is replaced with text reading “Happy #NationalInternDay” with an animated red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo below the text. Credit: NASA/Greg Lee
Alt Text: The Earth’s horizon during the day as recorded from the International Space Station. White wispy clouds, blue oceans, and light brown land are seen beyond the horizon with overlaid text stating “There’s space for me at NASA.” The original text fades away and is replaced with text reading “Happy #NationalInternDay” with an animated red, white, and blue NASA meatball logo below the text. Credit: NASA/Greg Lee

Social Media Ideas

Interested in using some of the visuals we’ve created but don’t know where to start? Consider posts on any of these topics.

Current Intern
– How has your NASA internship impacted you so far?

– What is a favorite memory you’ve made during your internship?

– Is there anything you are looking forward to during your internship?

Former Intern

– How did your NASA internship change your life and/or career?

– What was your internship experience like?

– What piece of advice would you share with new interns?

– What surprised you the most about working in this company or industry?

– Looking back, what are you most proud of achieving or contributing to during your internship?

Intern Mentor

– What has it been like supporting interns?
– How has working with interns affected you and/or your mission?

– What have you learned from your interns?

Intern Colleague

– How has working with interns affected you and/or your mission?

– What advice, if any, do you have for interns?

– What is a positive memory you have had with a NASA intern?

7 Ways to Celebrate National Intern Day with NASA

National Intern Day is celebrated annually to recognize and highlight the contributions of interns throughout different industries and fields of work. At every NASA center nationwide, interns play a critical role in our mission success.

The work of interns at NASA reaches far and wide.  Whether they’re contributing to our social media presence, supporting an engineering project that will one day return humanity to the Moon, or even chronicling NASA’s rich history, our interns’ contributions make us proud.

Looking to join in the celebration this National Intern Day? Here are seven ways for interns, mentors, and past interns to celebrate NASA internships.

  1. Ask Questions in Our Instagram AMA (Ask Me Anything)

Alt Text: Two female interns wearing blue NASA flight suits stand smiling with their hands behind their backs. Behind them, a large multirotor aircraft sits idle on the runway. The distance clear blue sky makes up the top of the image. Credit: NASA/Angelique Herring
Alt Text: Two female interns wearing blue NASA flight suits stand smiling with their hands behind their backs. Behind them, a large multirotor aircraft sits idle on the runway. The distance clear blue sky makes up the top of the image. Credit: NASA/Angelique Herring

“What’s it like being a NASA intern? What is the day-to-day of an intern at NASA? What are some of the coolest things interns get to see during their internship? How do you become a NASA intern?”

We’ve got your answers! Join our Instagram Ask Me Anything session on @NASAInternships story, where current interns, former interns, and mentors will answer your questions live.

  1. Use Our Celebration Toolkit

Two NASA interns pose together for a selfie by taking an image of the reflective visor of an extravehicular activity spacesuit. The rounded visor creates a fisheye effect on duo wearing business professional attire. Credit: Matt McDonnell/NASA
Two NASA interns pose together for a selfie by taking an image of the reflective visor of an extravehicular activity spacesuit. The rounded visor creates a fisheye effect on duo wearing business professional attire. Credit: Matt McDonnell/NASA

Are you loving your NASA internship experience? Were you a former intern who now works at NASA full-time? Have you mentored interns and enriched the lives of others?

Explore our Celebration Toolkit on our blog! This resource features unique visuals crafted for social media, perfect for commemorating #NationalInternDay and showcasing your NASA internship’s impact on your journey and career.

  1. Hear From Interns Past and Present About Working at NASA

    A graphic featuring three smiling interns prominently reads "NASA Intern Experience: Insights from Interns & Mentors. Friday, July 26 at 12pm ET." The visual is white and light blue, two of the three official colors of the NASA logo. The bottom of the image reads "Learn more at intern.nasa.gov." Credit: NASA
    A graphic featuring three smiling interns prominently reads “NASA Intern Experience: Insights from Interns & Mentors. Friday, July 26 at 12pm ET.” The visual is white and light blue, two of the three official colors of the NASA logo. The bottom of the image reads “Learn more at intern.nasa.gov.” Credit: NASA

Celebrate NASA Intern Week with us at our virtual intern event on July 26, 2024, at 12:00 pm EST! Join current NASA interns and mentors for insights into life at NASA, valuable advice from mentors, program details, and an interactive Q&A. This virtual event is open to everyone.

  1. Have a Networking and Career Guidance Discussion

    NASA intern Julia Tilton interviews UAE astronaut Sultan al-Neyadi. al-Neyadi wears the iconic blue jumpsuit of an astronaut and gestures with his hands. Tilton is facing away from the camera and speaks with al-Neyadi in business professional attire. Credit: NASA
    NASA intern Julia Tilton interviews UAE astronaut Sultan al-Neyadi. al-Neyadi wears the iconic blue jumpsuit of an astronaut and gestures with his hands. Tilton is facing away from the camera and speaks with al-Neyadi in business professional attire. Credit: NASA

Take advantage of this moment to seek valuable career advice from your mentor! Build a sturdy foundation to launch your future career post-internship with networking skills and advice gained from a more experienced mentor. Whether you’re curious about which NASA centers specialize in your field of study or seeking guidance on creating a resume for future applications, your mentor is poised to offer tailored insights and guidance.

  1. Share Your Internship Accomplishments

Engineer Jamesa Stokes works in a special laboratory testing advanced materials to see how they behave in extreme space environments. Credit: NASA/Jef Janis
Engineer Jamesa Stokes works in a special laboratory testing advanced materials to see how they behave in extreme space environments. Jamesa smiles at the camera wearing casual attire. Credit: NASA/Jef Janis

Did you find a planet orbiting two suns at once, discover a new aurora shape, create accurate flight simulations for the public, or design and test prototype space washing machines? Share your successes and accomplishments as a NASA intern with the world using #NASAIntern and #ArtemisGeneration.

  1. Get Involved with NASA STEM

Two Human Exploration Rover Challenge competitors pilot their human-powered rover through the course at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center. The duo wear bicycle helmets and pedal their metallic rover over gravelly terrain. Throughout the foreground, large orange cones guide the rover's path. In the background, onlookers watch from beneath a large NASA pop-up tent. A large rock and stationary jet sit in the far background. Credit: NASA
Two Human Exploration Rover Challenge competitors pilot their human-powered rover through the course at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center. The duo wear bicycle helmets and pedal their metallic rover over gravelly terrain. Throughout the foreground, large orange cones guide the rover’s path. In the background, onlookers watch from beneath a large NASA pop-up tent. A large rock and stationary jet sit in the far background. Credit: NASA

Engaging with NASA STEM lays the framework for applying to a NASA internship in the future. By participating, you can gain firsthand exposure to NASA’s mission and projects, which enhances your understanding of the agency’s goals and operations. Active engagement often includes networking opportunities with professionals already working at NASA.

Learn more about how you can get involved: stem.nasa.gov.

  1. Apply for a NASA Internship

    A NASA intern in business casual attire sits in the Mission Control Center at NASA's Johnson Space Center. Looking forward at the console of computer monitors with data. In the background the large screens of Mission Control dominate. Credit: NASA
    A NASA intern in business casual attire sits in the Mission Control Center at NASA’s Johnson Space Center. Looking forward at the console of computer monitors with data. In the background the large screens of Mission Control dominate. Credit: NASA

Now that you’ve seen the behind-the-scenes fun of a NASA internship, we hope you’ll consider becoming a NASA intern yourself — or, if you’re already part of the team, continuing your internship for an additional session. As a friendly reminder: our Spring 2025 OSTEM Internship applications close on August 23, 2024.