Are you looking for research opportunities related to space? A summer internship? Scholarships to help pay for school? You've come to the right place!
The resources page is here to inform SEDS members of upcoming internship and scholarship opportunities related to the space industry, as well as provide some ideas for research projects.
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NASA/Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Student Internship Program
Applied Physics Laboratory (APL), a research and development division of The Johns Hopkins University, supports the Department of Defense, NASA and other Government agencies through innovative applied research, technical development, and problem solving. Located on 365 acres in Laurel, Maryland, the Laboratory employs approximately 3,350 engineers, scientists, and supporting staff in a broad range of disciplines.
The Applied Physics Laboratory has a 45-year history of innovative space science and engineering. Since 1959, APL engineers and scientists have designed, built, and launched 61 spacecraft and over 150 instruments. We not only helped pioneer quick reaction spacecraft, invented many of the techniques now standard in today's spacecraft, but also develop entire space systems, such as the Navy Transit navigation system. Several important systems conceived and developed at APL have been transferred to industry for production. Recently we have extended our low-cost planetary mission methodology to such NASA missions as NEAR, ACE, MESSENGER and New Horizons. As a not-for-profit Research and Development division of the Johns Hopkins University, our vision is to advance the knowledge and use of space for the benefit of all humankind.
Students participating in this summer internship program at the Applied Physics Laboratory will be assigned to the Space Department. Students selected to this program will be required to complete a background investigation.
Application: http://university.gsfc.nasa.gov/application/
Deadline: January 31, 2005
NASA Independent Verification & Validation Internship Program (IV&V)
The NASA Independent Verification & Validation Internship Program consists of a 10-week resident summer research program for diverse undergraduate and graduate students interested in careers in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related fields. It gives its participants working knowledge of NASA and its programs. Through this internship the RAs will learn how NASA and IV&V Facility operate, understand the NASA link to the private sector, and gain experience working with a leading Software Assurance research program. Projects may include working hand-in-hand with researchers performing NASA funded research, sanitizing and preparing data and artifacts to support research efforts, developing tools to assist IV&V engineers and project managers, and working to infuse the results of research into NASA software development and IV&V projects.
Application: http://university.gsfc.nasa.gov/application/
Deadline: January 31, 2005
NASA Robotics Internship Program
The NASA Robotics Internship Program is a 10 week resident summer internship for students specifically interested in robotics. Students who have previously participated in the FIRST Robotics Competition, Botball, or have taken active interest in robotics in demonstrable ways will be given priority. Participants will be assigned to a team project developed by NASA/Goddard or local industry and academic institutions (2-3 students per project). In addition to direct guidance from the Principal Investigator (PI) who sponsored the project, an advanced robotics student will be assigned as team coach to guide interns and manage the project on a daily basis. The interns will also participate in enriching activities such as a group project, lectures, and meetings with leaders in the field.
Application: http://university.gsfc.nasa.gov/application/
Deadline: January 31, 2005
NASA Student Internship Program (SIP)
SIP is designed for students whose primary interest is in space related research. Research is conducted in areas of aeronautics, Earth science, space science, propulsion, material science, remote sensing, and computational analysis
Requirements:
- Rising junior or senior undergraduate or 1st yr. graduate student
- Minimum 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA)
- U.S. Citizen or permanent resident
- Enrolled fulltime as of May of the program year
Application: http://university.gsfc.nasa.gov/application/
Deadline: January 31, 2005
NASA Summer Aerospace Workforce Development Research Internship Program (SAWDRIP)
NASA Summer Aerospace Workforce Development Research Internship Program is collaboration among: NASA Goddard University Programs Office, the Maryland Space Business Roundtable and Maryland Space Grant Consortium. Undergraduate students are placed in state-of-the-art projects with aerospace companies to mold students' internship experience to skills marketable to both NASA and aerospace companies that support NASA. MSBR serves as the forum to announce and endorse this unique program to their aerospace membership that enables these companies to engage in a unique partnership opportunity to cultivate and inspire the future workforce of the U.S. Space Program. Companies that wish to participate are able to “try out” a future candidate, enabling the student and mentor to build loyalty and perhaps a place on the company's team.
Application: http://university.gsfc.nasa.gov/application/
Deadline: January 31, 2005
NASA Academy
NASA Academy is a national educational, training, and research resource for college undergraduate and graduate students, dedicated to promoting current and future opportunities for innovation and leadership in aerospace related careers. Washington Space Grant will nominate students for the Academies and will provide funding for 1-2 of the students accepted. For information about NASA Academy go to:
Application: http://www.nasa-academy.nasa.gov/
Deadline: January 31, 2005
NASA USRP
USRP (Undergraduate Student Research Program) offers undergraduates across the United States mentored research experiences at participating NASA Centers and research support facilities.
Application: http://www.vsgc.odu.edu/Menu3_1_3.htm
Deadline: January 31, 2005
Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP)
The Space Grant Summer Undergraduate Research Program offers undergraduates the opportunity to work in a science, engineering, or mathematics research position to complement their studies. Student researchers work under the guidance of a faculty member, postdoctoral scholar or research scientist at the University of Washington.
Projects are available in most fields of physical and natural sciences, engineering and earth sciences. This year we also offer special opportunities in space medicine and astrobiology. Some projects may involve off-campus locations or fieldwork. Students currently working on a research project or interested in working with a specific faculty member may request that project and/or faculty member on their form.
Applications will be evaluated in the order in which they are received. Applicants are selected by the faculty member supervising the individual projects. Once selected, the student and faculty adviser establish a schedule of work time and goals for the project. Students may apply for either part-time or full-time positions.
Application: http://www.waspacegrant.org/u-gradsum.html
Deadline: Early April, check back on website or application link
Blue Origin
Students will study and participate in real engineering design projects related to the development and construction of a manned launch vehicle. Interns will work directly with program staff, contributing to project goals in fields of aerodynamics, structures, rocket propulsion, flight controls, integrated testing, human safety and systems engineering.
Students focusing on careers in science and technology are invited to apply for this 10-week summer program that will start in early June and end in August. Specific program dates are flexible and adjustments will be made to fit the academic schedules of selected interns.
http://www.blueorigin.com/internship.htm
Deadline: January 31st, 2005 (employer has agreed to accept applications after the deadline, email for details)
Andrews Aerospace
Job Description: Andrews Space is a small, growing aerospace firm with a dynamic environment. Employees must be highly motivated, possess a diverse skill set, and be ready to support many and varied initiatives. Responsibilities include working with Andrews' systems engineering and launch vehicle design team, and performing research on existing launch vehicles, rocket engines, satellite buses and satellite constellations.
Andrews is looking for interns with experience in the following areas:
- Cryogenic or nuclear propulsion
- Control systems (Matlab / Simulink)
- Systems engineering
- Aerospace and mechanical engineering
- Aerodynamic and aero-thermal analysis
http://www.andrews-space.com/en/employment/intern_ops.html
Deadline: No deadline posted, email for details (posted on website) . Opportunities may also be available through the Washington NASA Space Grant: http://www.waspacegrant.org/pvtindinterns.html
X PRIZE Internship: SpaceShip One Replica Project
Job Description:
The X PRIZE Foundation is seeking summer crew members for the SpaceShipOne
replica project (SS1RP) at the Civilian Aerospace Test Center in Mojave,
California. The purpose of the SS1RP is to create fullsize replicas of
SpaceShipOne using the original tooling from Scaled Composites. Some
replicas
will go on a nationwide tour, while some will be permanently housed at the
St.
Louis Science Center, Experimental Aircraft Association Museum in Oshkosh,
and
other locations. The internship is slated to begin on June 1, so if you are
interested, please contact project director Brooke Owens at
brooke@xprize.org.
I would be happy to relate some of my experiences or share pictures from the
spring crew, ending May 31, if you are interested.
JPL 2005 Summer Student Employment Program
http://careerlaunch.jpl.nasa.gov/program_summer.htm
Job Description:
JPL's 2005 Summer Student Employment Program runs from the beginning
of May to the end of September. The Program is targeted to providing
paid employment opportunities for college students, although a few
positions may be available for high school seniors.
Students interested in summer positions should visit JPL's
Employment website (listed above).
Once at the site, students can search and apply for one of the
following summer postings, or any other summer job opening that may be
listed.
- #2968 ~V Engineering
- #2969 ~V Information Systems/Computer Science
- #2970 - Business Operations
- #2971 ~V Science/Technical
Students are encouraged to submit an application for summer
employment with JPL by the beginning of May.
If you have any questions about JPL's Summer Student Employment
Program, please contact the Staffing & Employment Programs Section
(818-354-5150).
Tethers Unlimited, Inc. (TUI)
http://www.tethers.com
Job Description:
Tethers Unlimited, Inc. (TUI) is looking to hire a number of talented, ambitious, self-motivated individuals to join our team for summer positions, some of which may lead to full time positions.
TUI will have several openings in various areas including: Advanced Space Propulsion (space tethers, electric propulsion, etc.), Avionics and Space Instrumentation, Spacecraft Mechanisms, Simulation of Space Systems (astrodynamics, plasma & space physics, high performance computing), and Fabrication & Testing of Spacecraft Components.
We are looking for team members who desire to apply their knowledge to real space systems and missions while gaining experience designing, fabricating and testing actual space components and systems. If you think you have what it takes to be an integral part of the TUI team, please send a resume to info@tethers.com . Good communication skills and U.S. Citizenship or permanent residency required.
Deadline: No deadline posted, email for details (posted on website) . Opportunities may also be available through the Washington NASA Space Grant: http://www.waspacegrant.org/pvtindinterns.html
WA NASA Space Grant Undergraduate Research Award
Washington NASA Space Grant is pleased to invite undergraduates from our consortium member colleges and universities to apply for competitive awards to support their research under the guidance of a faculty mentor.
These research scholarships are made directly to students and enable them to concentrate on research activities that supplement their academic coursework and help to prepare them for careers in NASA-related fields. Students doing research with faculty in all fields of science and engineering, as well as science education, are eligible.
Application: http://www.waspacegrant.org/ura.html
Deadline: Last year was February 29, 2004, check back on the website or application link.
WA NASA Space Grant Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP)
The Space Grant Summer Undergraduate Research Program offers undergraduates the opportunity to work in a science, engineering, or mathematics research position to complement their studies. Student researchers work under the guidance of a faculty member, postdoctoral scholar or research scientist at the University of Washington.
Application: Available at http://www.waspacegrant.org/u-gradsum.html
Deadline: The 2005 deadline is April 8th, 2005.
NASA Reduced Gravity Team
Interested in flying in zero-g? You'll need a team of four undergraduates and an idea for a project to get started. NASA has a website that will help you get started, with information and requirements for the program. A good way to start is by talking to professors; they often have ideas for a project, or know someone else who does.
ZAP
A research opportunity in the Aerospace Engineering Department
http://www.aa.washington.edu/AERP/ZaP/home.html
Applied Physics Laboratory, UW
A cool place on campus that may have some opportunities. http://www.apl.washington.edu/employment/employment.html
These organizations also offer a list of scholarship opportunities:
Women in Science and Engineering
Society of Women Engineers
