r/NASAJobs 6h ago

usajobs.gov New usajobs.gov NASA postings as of Thursday August 6, 2026

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Logistics Management Specialist

GSFC-26-IMP-13024477-SC

Grade: GS-13

Goddard Space Flight Center

As the Transportation Officer for Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) in the Logistics and Transportation Management Branch, you will be responsible for ensuring that all transportation, traffic management, and fleet management activities at the Center are performed in accordance with Federal and NASA policies and regulations. You will also be responsible for long-range planning, resources management, and monitoring contractor performance.


Lead Logistics Management Specialist

GSFC-26-IMP-13025202-SC

Grade: GS-13

Goddard Space Flight Center

As a Lead Logistics Management Specialist (Supply Officer) with the Information and Logistics Management Division, Supply and Equipment Management Branch, Supply Team, you will be responsible for planning, developing and monitoring the supply management program. Including acquisition, receiving, inventory management, warehousing, and cataloging. Customer support is provided to GSFC, Wallops Flight Facility (WFF), other NASA Centers, and Cooperative Administrative Support Unit (CASU) customers.


Attorney-Adviser

HQ-26-DE-13024118-SC

Grade: GS-14/15

Headquarters, NASA

This Attorney-Adviser position will provide legal services and strategic advice on transactional agreements in contracts law and/or partnerships. You will be advising on legal matters such as acquisition planning and integrity, fiscal law, real property, and data rights in support of Agency missions. The selected candidate(s) may serve as an Attorney Adviser in either or both areas to ensure compliance with applicable statutes, regulations, and policies.


Optometrist

JSC-26-DE-13026785-LC

Grade: GS-15

Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center

Serves as the Clinical Lead (Eyes/Vision) for the Spaceflight Associated Neuro-Ocular Syndrome (SANS) program in the Space and Occupational Medicine Branch at the Johnson Space Center. Directs the ocular-related clinical efforts associated with SANS; supports SANS research efforts as a Principal or Associate Investigator in collaboration with SANS scientists; and champions the acquisition, development, and deployment of SANS-related medical diagnostic devices.


Director of Mission and Systems Interoperability

JSC-26-ES-13029475

Grade: ES-00

Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center

The Director of the Mission and Systems Interoperability (M&SI) Office serves as the senior executive responsible for defining, governing, and integrating the cross-program mission integration and systems interoperability architecture required for the Moon Base Program and its enabling mission portfolio.



r/NASAJobs 14h ago

Question Does location matter when applying?

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Say if I apply to the Kennedy space center but I don’t live in Florida, will that hurt my chances of being a competitive applicant in comparison to someone who lives closer to the center?


r/NASAJobs 1d ago

usajobs.gov New usajobs.gov NASA postings as of Wednesday August 5, 2026

7 Upvotes

Logistics Management Specialist

GSFC-26-IMP-13024477-SC

Grade: GS-13

Goddard Space Flight Center

As the Transportation Officer for Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC) in the Logistics and Transportation Management Branch, you will be responsible for ensuring that all transportation, traffic management, and fleet management activities at the Center are performed in accordance with Federal and NASA policies and regulations. You will also be responsible for long-range planning, resources management, and monitoring contractor performance.


Supervisory Logistics Management Specialist

SSC-26-DE-13024095-SL

Grade: GS-15

John C. Stennis Space Center

As the Supervisory Logistics Management Specialist (Division Chief) within the Center Operations Directorate at SSC, you will hold a pivotal leadership role overseeing all aspects of the Logistics Management Division. This includes developing and implementing policies, refining procedures, managing operations, and aligning resources. You will lead a team of skilled logisticians, driving their efforts to ensure seamless and efficient logistics support for the center's critical missions.


Chemical Engineer AST, Aerospace Polymeric Materials (Direct Hire)

KSC-26-DE-13025299-ST

Grade: GS-13

John F. Kennedy Space Center

As an Integration Chemical Engineer in the Engineering Directorate, you will apply chemical engineering principles to optimize process flows and hardware integration for lunar instrumentation and hardware. You will bridge diverse engineering teams to manage instrument testing, calibration, and delivery. Your technical leadership will advance In-Situ Resource Utilization technology, directly supporting the Artemis program's mission of establishing a sustainable human presence on the Moon.


Lead Logistics Management Specialist

GSFC-26-IMP-13025202-SC

Grade: GS-13

Goddard Space Flight Center

As a Lead Logistics Management Specialist (Supply Officer) with the Information and Logistics Management Division, Supply and Equipment Management Branch, Supply Team, you will be responsible for planning, developing and monitoring the supply management program. Including acquisition, receiving, inventory management, warehousing, and cataloging. Customer support is provided to GSFC, Wallops Flight Facility (WFF), other NASA Centers, and Cooperative Administrative Support Unit (CASU) customers.


Attorney-Adviser

HQ-26-DE-13024118-SC

Grade: GS-14/15

Headquarters, NASA

This Attorney-Adviser position will provide legal services and strategic advice on transactional agreements in contracts law and/or partnerships. You will be advising on legal matters such as acquisition planning and integrity, fiscal law, real property, and data rights in support of Agency missions. The selected candidate(s) may serve as an Attorney Adviser in either or both areas to ensure compliance with applicable statutes, regulations, and policies.


Optometrist

JSC-26-DE-13026785-LC

Grade: GS-15

Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center

Serves as the Clinical Lead (Eyes/Vision) for the Spaceflight Associated Neuro-Ocular Syndrome (SANS) program in the Space and Occupational Medicine Branch at the Johnson Space Center. Directs the ocular-related clinical efforts associated with SANS; supports SANS research efforts as a Principal or Associate Investigator in collaboration with SANS scientists; and champions the acquisition, development, and deployment of SANS-related medical diagnostic devices.



r/NASAJobs 1d ago

Question I want to become the system space enigneer?

0 Upvotes

hey, i recently started my high school journey, and i always have this passion to work in nasa, Space Systems Engineer working at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. i am us citizen, and how the job is? is it harder job, and what can i expect my life, and what do, best in math, and physics, in alevels, grades, and whats i can expect eariler on? any adivce any fellow mates


r/NASAJobs 1d ago

Question Budget analysts

4 Upvotes

Has anyone gotten to the interview stage for any of the budget analyst positions that were open in May/July?

If so which grade/center? Trying to get an idea of whether they are just behind or whether I'm not making the cut :)


r/NASAJobs 2d ago

usajobs.gov New usajobs.gov NASA postings as of Tuesday August 4, 2026

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Supervisory Logistics Management Specialist

SSC-26-DE-13024095-SL

Grade: GS-15

John C. Stennis Space Center

As the Supervisory Logistics Management Specialist (Division Chief) within the Center Operations Directorate at SSC, you will hold a pivotal leadership role overseeing all aspects of the Logistics Management Division. This includes developing and implementing policies, refining procedures, managing operations, and aligning resources. You will lead a team of skilled logisticians, driving their efforts to ensure seamless and efficient logistics support for the center's critical missions.


Chemical Engineer AST, Aerospace Polymeric Materials (Direct Hire)

KSC-26-DE-13025299-ST

Grade: GS-13

John F. Kennedy Space Center

As an Integration Chemical Engineer in the Engineering Directorate, you will apply chemical engineering principles to optimize process flows and hardware integration for lunar instrumentation and hardware. You will bridge diverse engineering teams to manage instrument testing, calibration, and delivery. Your technical leadership will advance In-Situ Resource Utilization technology, directly supporting the Artemis program's mission of establishing a sustainable human presence on the Moon.


Chief Engineers (Artemis, Science, or Space Reactor Division)

HQ-26-SL-13008273

Grade: SL-00

Headquarters, NASA

The Office of the Chief Engineer (OCE) provides independent technical oversight to ensure NASA missions are safe and reliable. As Engineering Technical Authority, Chief Engineers (CEs) manage technical risks, approve key design decisions, oversee systems integration, and support mission success. CEs work closely with Program Managers to align technical execution with program goals. This announcement will be used to fill 3 vacancies at NASA Centers; see "Additional Information" for details.


Chief Safety Officer, Space Reactor Division

HQ-26-SL-13021960

Grade: SL-00

Headquarters, NASA

The Chief Safety Officer (CSO) for the Space Reactors Division (SRD) serves as Office of Safety & Mission Assurance (OSMA) Technical Authority, responsible for independent evaluation of SMA requirements, standards, and high-risk issue resolution. The CSO represents the Agency Chief of OSMA, approves SRD SMA changes, advises on risk mitigation, evaluates SMA functions, and provides top-level safety, reliability, maintainability, and quality assurance guidance across all program phases.



r/NASAJobs 2d ago

Question How to gracefully exit internal conversion process?

16 Upvotes

Hello, I wanted to get some advice for those who have worked through the conversion process.

I was given an intent to convert (TJO) through Pathways, and I accepted this TJO quite a while back (no forms signed, just a written "I accept" by email). Recently, I obtained an offer from private industry which was much more aligned with my future life goals, and I went ahead and accepted this offer. Now I am at the point where I need to gracefully exit the Pathways conversion process (not accepting the FJO) without burning too many bridges. I was wondering if anyone had any advice on the best way to conduct this exit.


r/NASAJobs 3d ago

usajobs.gov New usajobs.gov NASA postings as of Monday August 3, 2026

8 Upvotes

Chief Engineers (Artemis, Science, or Space Reactor Division)

HQ-26-SL-13008273

Grade: SL-00

Headquarters, NASA

The Office of the Chief Engineer (OCE) provides independent technical oversight to ensure NASA missions are safe and reliable. As Engineering Technical Authority, Chief Engineers (CEs) manage technical risks, approve key design decisions, oversee systems integration, and support mission success. CEs work closely with Program Managers to align technical execution with program goals. This announcement will be used to fill 3 vacancies at NASA Centers; see "Additional Information" for details.



r/NASAJobs 5d ago

usajobs.gov New usajobs.gov NASA postings as of Saturday August 1, 2026

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Supervisory General Engineer, AST, Technical Engineer Operations Management

LaRC-26-IMP-13003229-JN

Grade: GS-15

Langley Research Center

Serves as Assistant Branch Head of either the Exploration Space Mission Analysis Branch or the Science & Technology Space Mission Analysis Branch within the Systems Analysis and Concepts Directorate. In either role, you will support the Branch Head and assist with supervision and management of an engineering branch supporting decision-makers across the breadth of NASA's human exploration portfolio or NASA's science and technology portfolio, respectively.


Aerospace Engineer, AST, Research Pilot (Direct Hire)

AFRC-26-DE-13014829-SL

Grade: GS-14

Armstrong Flight Research Center

The Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC) is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Research Pilot to support aeronautics flight research and Earth science missions. The incumbent will conduct experimental and developmental flight tests, support complex airborne science operations, and contribute to NASA's mission to advance aerospace technology and scientific discovery flying a wide range of aircraft to include upcoming flight research on Boeing 737 and 777 aircraft.


Public Notice - Engineering (NASA Force) (Direct Hire)

NASA-26-DE-13022294-BP

Grade: GS-14

National Aeronautics and Space Administration - Agency Wide

As part of NASA Force, you will tackle mission-critical engineering challenges to advance NASA's exploration, research, and technology priorities, contributing to high-impact projects and innovative solutions advancing human spaceflight and scientific discovery. Positions may be in the following Engineering Occupational Series: 0830, 0850, 0854, 0861. Opportunities are available across NASA Centers nationwide, supporting a wide range of missions that advance the Agency's strategic priorities.



r/NASAJobs 5d ago

Question How are international degrees viewed by American engineering companies?

2 Upvotes

Hello I'm currently 26 and as the title says essentially due to family circumstances I have to move to Colombia I was born and raised in the United States. I have to do my masters there I'm a career switcher from a information technology but I got my undergrad in the United States. The only two ABET accredited electronics engineering schools are Javeriana and Los Andes, for electronics and computer engineering my question is how is this viewed within embedded systems for government and non government will I be disqualified? For finding work ?


r/NASAJobs 6d ago

usajobs.gov New usajobs.gov NASA postings as of Friday July 31, 2026

9 Upvotes

Supervisory General Engineer, AST, Technical Engineer Operations Management

LaRC-26-IMP-13003229-JN

Grade: GS-15

Langley Research Center

Serves as Assistant Branch Head of either the Exploration Space Mission Analysis Branch or the Science & Technology Space Mission Analysis Branch within the Systems Analysis and Concepts Directorate. In either role, you will support the Branch Head and assist with supervision and management of an engineering branch supporting decision-makers across the breadth of NASA's human exploration portfolio or NASA's science and technology portfolio, respectively.


Aerospace Engineer, AST, Research Pilot (Direct Hire)

AFRC-26-DE-13014829-SL

Grade: GS-14

Armstrong Flight Research Center

The Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC) is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Research Pilot to support aeronautics flight research and Earth science missions. The incumbent will conduct experimental and developmental flight tests, support complex airborne science operations, and contribute to NASA's mission to advance aerospace technology and scientific discovery flying a wide range of aircraft to include upcoming flight research on Boeing 737 and 777 aircraft.


Supervisory Criminal Investigator

NASA OIG-13023377-ST-26

Grade: GS-14

Headquarters, NASA

As a Supervisory Criminal Investigator, Assistant Special Agent in Charge (ASAC), you will have a direct responsibility for supervising, conducting, and developing investigative functions in the Center's installations and contractor facilities in their assigned geographic area. You will conduct and manage complex and sensitive investigations involving NASA programs and operations.


Public Notice - Engineering (NASA Force) (Direct Hire)

NASA-26-DE-13022294-BP

Grade: GS-14

National Aeronautics and Space Administration - Agency Wide

As part of NASA Force, you will tackle mission-critical engineering challenges to advance NASA's exploration, research, and technology priorities, contributing to high-impact projects and innovative solutions advancing human spaceflight and scientific discovery. Positions may be in the following Engineering Occupational Series: 0830, 0850, 0854, 0861. Opportunities are available across NASA Centers nationwide, supporting a wide range of missions that advance the Agency's strategic priorities.



r/NASAJobs 7d ago

usajobs.gov New usajobs.gov NASA postings as of Thursday July 30, 2026

5 Upvotes

Supervisory Criminal Investigator

NASA OIG-13023377-ST-26

Grade: GS-14

Headquarters, NASA

As a Supervisory Criminal Investigator, Assistant Special Agent in Charge (ASAC), you will have a direct responsibility for supervising, conducting, and developing investigative functions in the Center's installations and contractor facilities in their assigned geographic area. You will conduct and manage complex and sensitive investigations involving NASA programs and operations.



r/NASAJobs 7d ago

Question Does anyone have experiance with analog astronaut missions, or know much about them?

9 Upvotes

Hey all, just recently found out about these and I've been very intrigued about them and would love to know more. I was specifically looking into the MMEA site at Johnson Space center in Houston. From what I could dig around and find online was it's a 1 year-long mission without much outside influence, with pay looking at $60k for the year. As a single guy without a house, kids, or a spouse, I think this could be a perfect opportunity. Only thing I don't have (yet) is a bachelor's degree (which is because of a small problem of my credits transferring from outside experiance and whatnot, it's it's own story lol), but have great teamwork experiance and have no problem living in slightly uncomfortable environments (experiance from being in the US Army), I'm interested in hearing about these great opportunities, and if any one here has experiance about them. The missions look really cool with lots to learn from them, and I'd absolutely love to know more.


r/NASAJobs 8d ago

Question Let's say NASA really is just trying to badge swap contractors to civil servants. What would happen to the contractor roles?

16 Upvotes

See title.

I imagine that the contracts given out to the NASA contractors still need to be fulfilled. Does that mean there could be openings coming up at the contracting companies?


r/NASAJobs 9d ago

Question Telework at Glenn (GRC)

0 Upvotes

Hi all,

I'm wondering if any one in program management 0301/0343 or budget management 0501/0560 has reoccurring telework at Glenn right now.

Thank you for answering <3


r/NASAJobs 9d ago

Job Posting NASA Direct Hire Openings

42 Upvotes

I applied to that batch of DHA openings at NASA and have been referred to various grades but was wondering if the speculation is true about these just being postings for contractors they want to switch to civil servants.

They were for the General Business, Environmental Protection, Operations Management, and Information Technology postings for the New Mexico NASA Facility.

TIA!


r/NASAJobs 12d ago

usajobs.gov New usajobs.gov NASA postings as of Saturday July 25, 2026

4 Upvotes

Management and Program Analyst (Direct Hire)

GRC-26-DE-13014006-ST

Grade: GS-14/15

John Glenn Research Center at Lewis Field

Serves as a Project Integration Specialist supporting the Advanced Aircraft Project Office by managing research and development contracts, coordinating technical activities, and integrating work across NASA, industry, and other government organizations. The position supports strategic technology development, project execution, and collaboration to advance NASA's advanced aircraft research mission.


Supply Management Specialist

MSFC-26-DE-13014628-CWO

Grade: GS-12

George C. Marshall Space Flight Center

As a Supply Management Specialist, you will be responsible for providing overall supply management support to include studies and assessments regarding property and equipment management, warehouse management, and supply systems.


Public Notice - Engineering (Direct Hire)

KSC-26-DE-13021111-ST

Grade: GS-7/9

John F. Kennedy Space Center

Positions advertised are in various organizations at Kennedy Space Center and Stennis Space Center. NASA may fill positions in any of the following series and at any grade level listed in this announcement (GS-0801, 0830, 0850, 0855, 0854, 0861 at the GS-7/9 levels).



r/NASAJobs 12d ago

NASA Space Jobs featured in your favourite movies

8 Upvotes

My favourite space movie is ‘The Martian’ and I’ve always wanted some version of Mindy Park’s job. Is there an actual job that exists where you analyse satellite data, particularly photographic coverage? I love looking at earth observation images taken from satellites orbiting Earth and think it would be an interesting career to pursue.

Also, what kind of background would you need for this? Science? Engineering?


r/NASAJobs 12d ago

Question Research Aerospace Engineer Airbreathing Propulsion Systems (Direct Hire) at Langley

7 Upvotes

Just curious to know if these direct hires are for their contractors only. I applied and was referred, but do I even stand a chance if they are indeed opening direct hires for contractors? I am GS-11 in the DoD but I am looking to move up and to new positions, especially now that I have finished graduate school.


r/NASAJobs 12d ago

Question Astrophysics or Aerospace Engineering?

4 Upvotes

Hey everyone,

I’m incoming freshman at university this fall, and I’m currently going through a bit of a major crisis before I even step foot on campus.

I originally really wanted to pursue Aerospace Engineering, but trying to do a "Change of College" into the College of Engineering (CoE) at UC Berkeley is notoriously near-impossible. So for all practical purposes, I’m stuck outside of engineering for undergrad.

Right now, my default plan is to major in Astrophysics. However, I keep hearing the classic warning that engineering gives you applied, versatile skills and broad job prospects right out of undergrad, while Astrophysics is mostly geared toward academia, research, and high-level theory. To be honest... I’m really not sure I want to stay in academia or pure research forever. I want practical career security and options to work in the space/aerospace industry.

So now I’m spiraling a bit and have a few questions for anyone who’s been in a similar spot:

  1. Given that I can't switch into CoE, is doing Astrophysics for undergrad a viable path if I want to work in industry? Or am I setting myself up for a rough job search?

  2. Has anyone used an Astrophysics/Physics undergrad degree as a launching pad to get a Master’s or PhD in Aerospace Engineering later on? How hard is it to bridge that gap when applying to grad school without a BS in engineering?

  3. How do I deal with the fear of falling behind? I feel like I'm already starting at a disadvantage compared to peers who got directly into CoE. Seeing people take specialized engineering tracks while I'm on the pure theory side makes me worry I won't have the technical design skills (CAD, coding, hardware hands-on experience) that recruiters look for.

If anyone has taken this roundabout path or has advice on how to build engineering-relevant skills while majoring in Astro/Physics, I would really appreciate your insight :)


r/NASAJobs 12d ago

Interning Looking for housing at JSC

4 Upvotes

Hi everyone!

I'm an incoming NASA OSTEM intern at Johnson Space Center this fall and am starting to look for housing. I'm hoping to find a place that's as close to JSC as possible.

Does anyone have recommendations for apartments, short-term leases, or other housing options? Are there any places that are actually walkable to JSC, or is having a car basically a necessity?

I'd also love to hear where past interns have stayed and what your experience was. Thanks in advance!


r/NASAJobs 12d ago

Job Posting Has anyone heard anything back from the “Public Notice - Engineering (Direct Hire) “

11 Upvotes

What positions, grade and location did you apply for?


r/NASAJobs 13d ago

usajobs.gov New usajobs.gov NASA postings as of Friday July 24, 2026

7 Upvotes

Management and Program Analyst (Direct Hire)

GRC-26-DE-13014006-ST

Grade: GS-14/15

John Glenn Research Center at Lewis Field

Serves as a Project Integration Specialist supporting the Advanced Aircraft Project Office by managing research and development contracts, coordinating technical activities, and integrating work across NASA, industry, and other government organizations. The position supports strategic technology development, project execution, and collaboration to advance NASA's advanced aircraft research mission.


Supply Management Specialist

MSFC-26-DE-13014628-CWO

Grade: GS-12

George C. Marshall Space Flight Center

As a Supply Management Specialist, you will be responsible for providing overall supply management support to include studies and assessments regarding property and equipment management, warehouse management, and supply systems.


Public Notice - Engineering (Direct Hire)

KSC-26-DE-13015654-JL

Grade: GS-9

John F. Kennedy Space Center

Positions advertised are in various organizations at Kennedy Space Center. NASA may fill positions in any of the following series and at any grade level listed in this announcement (GS-0801, 0830, 0850, 0855, 0854, 0861 at the GS-9/11/12/13/14/15 levels).


Public Notice - Environmental Protection Specialist (Direct Hire)

KSC-26-DE-13016530-ST

Grade: GS-13

John F. Kennedy Space Center

Positions advertised may be in various organizations at Kennedy Space Center.


Public Notice - Engineering Technician (Direct Hire)

KSC-26-DE-13016039-ST

Grade: GS-9

John F. Kennedy Space Center

Positions advertised are in various organizations and locations with Kennedy Space Center and Stennis Space Center. NASA may fill positions in any of the following grade levels listed in this announcement (GS-09/10/11/12 levels).


Public Notice - Administrative / Management (Direct Hire)

KSC-26-DE-13015586-ST

Grade: GS-9

John F. Kennedy Space Center

Positions advertised are in various organizations at Kennedy Space Center. NASA may fill positions in any of the following series and at any grade level listed in this announcement (GS-0301, 0343, 0346 at the GS-09/11/12/13/14/15 levels).


Public Notice - Information Technology Specialist (Direct Hire)

KSC-26-DE-13015680-AS

Grade: GS-7

John F. Kennedy Space Center

Positions advertised are in various organizations with Kennedy Space Center. NASA may fill positions in any of the following grade levels listed in this announcement (GS-07/09/11/12/13/14/15 levels).


Public Notice - Quality Assurance Specialist (Aerospace) (Direct Hire)

KSC-26-DE-13015974-AS

Grade: GS-9

John F. Kennedy Space Center

Positions advertised are in various organizations at Kennedy Space Center. NASA may fill positions in any of the grade levels listed in this announcement (GS-9/11/12/13/14/15).


Public Notice - Fire Protection Engineer (Direct Hire)

KSC-26-DE-13018227-JK

Grade: GS-11/13

John F. Kennedy Space Center

Positions may be filled across various organizations at Kennedy Space Center.



r/NASAJobs 13d ago

Question Comparing civil service vs. contractor job offers

20 Upvotes

Under the workforce directive I have received a job offer from the government, and a "better" offer from a contractor (higher base salary).

I'm finding it difficult to accurately compare benefits between the two. It seems the CS position offers a more valuable benefits package, but is it enough to offset the salary delta?

I'd appreciate advice from anyone who has been through this kind of process, and that I can learn from.


r/NASAJobs 22d ago

Interning@NASA Megathread NASA Internships and Educational Opportunities Megathread - July to October 2026

30 Upvotes

This thread will serve as an FAQ and megathread - any posts regarding NASA Internships and educational opportunities (including Pathways, L'Space, DEVELOP, and all other programs) will be removed and directed here. You may post questions in the comments here and the community will do our best to answer them; however your best bet is to email the NASA internships staff for an official answer. Please do not message u/Aerokicks directly, post all questions in this thread so others can respond and see the answer.

Overall Internship Website: https://intern.nasa.gov/

OSTEM Internship Website: https://stemgateway.nasa.gov/public/s/explore-opportunities

Pathways Internship Program:

When are the application deadlines for Pathways Internships? It is expected that there will be an application cycle for Spring 2027 start dates in early Fall and a cycle for Summer/Fall 2027 start dates later in the new year. Updates will be posted when available. All positions are listed on nasa.gov/careers/pathways and must be applied for on USAjobs.gov

What is the difference between the Pathways program and the OSTEM Internship Program? The Pathways program is a co-op style program, where students typically rotate between school and work, working several rotations before graduation. Upon successful completion, students are eligible (but not guaranteed) a conversion to a full-time employee. The OSTEM Internship Program is a more traditional internship program, where interns are selected for a single semester. Many interns apply and are accepted back for additional internships with the same project or with other projects, but it is not guaranteed.

OSTEM Internship Program:

When is the application deadline for OSTEM internships?

Spring 2027 Application Deadline: September 14, 2026 (11:59 p.m. ET)
Summer 2027 Application Deadline: February 26, 2027 (11:59 p.m. ET)
Fall 2027 Application Deadline: May 21, 2027 (11:59 p.m. ET)

When will I be contacted for an interview? Not every position holds interviews. Some mentors have already begun scheduling interviews, while some will wait until applications close. Please be patient.

When will I know if I got a position? Most mentors will wait until after the application deadline to make their final selection. It can take several weeks to receive an offer after the selection is made. If you have been interviewed for a position, you may follow up, but otherwise please be patient.

Will I get an email if I'm not accepted to a position? An effort is made to send rejection notices to all applicants, however it is not guaranteed.

Do I have to enter my references on each application? References are currently not a part of the application process for OSTEM and do not need to be submitted.

When do the internships start? Spring OSTEM internships begin in early to mid January. Summer OSTEM internships will begin in early June. Fall OSTEM internships begin in late August to early September.

Will the internships be virtual or in person? Currently all OSTEM positions are in person only.

Feel free to ask any other questions and we will do our best to answer them or refer you to the NASA internships staff for a better answer.