NASA Internship Programs
Overview
NASA offers paid internship opportunities through two programs: OSTEM Internships (short-term, project-based learning in summer, spring, and fall sessions) and Pathways Internships (long-term developmental program leading to federal employment). Interns work on real agency projects with NASA mentors across multiple centers nationwide.
At a glance
Deadline
Sep 14308 days
Sessions
Mar, Jun, Sep2–3 wk sessions
Formats
Commuter
Location
Multiple locations
Cost
Free
Entering grades
College
Application requirements
Status
Full-time or part-time college student (OSTEM) or degree/certificate-seeking student enrolled at accredited institution (Pathways)
GPA
Minimum 3.0 on 4.0 scale (OSTEM); 2.9 on 4.0 scale (Pathways)
Citizenship
U.S. Citizen required
Age
At least 16 years old at time of application/appointment
Credit Hours
Pathways: minimum 15 semester hours or 23 quarter hours completed
Cost & sessions
Majority of OSTEM interns receive paid stipend award based on academic level and session duration; some volunteer opportunities available. Pathways Internships are paid federal internships.
Financial aid
Paid stipend for OSTEM (majority of interns); paid federal internship for Pathways
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