NASA OSTEM Spring Internship: Launch Your Career Into Space – U.S. Citizens Only

Step into the cosmos and work side-by-side with world-class engineers, scientists, and mission experts! The NASA OSTEM Spring Internship offers an elite, paid federal experience where you contribute directly to active space exploration and scientific breakthroughs.

Eligibility

• U.S. citizenship is strictly required.
• Open to students from high school (grades 9–12) up to undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Applicants must be at least 16 years old.
• A minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale is mandatory.
• Positions are available for both STEM and non-STEM majors (e.g., business, communications, administrative tracks) based on project demands.

About the role

• 15-week immersive term during the Spring session.
• Collaborate with NASA mentors on real agency initiatives, mission support, research, and technical developments.

Pay

Selected interns receive a competitive financial stipend determined by their current academic standing.

Key Deadlines

Application Deadline: September 14, 2026 (at 11:59 PM ET)

Official Portal: NASA STEM Gateway