DoD Engineering Skillbridge Intern

About the role#

This is a temporary DoD SkillBridge internship opportunity for transitioning service members to gain experience in systems engineering and cybersecurity within the Gateway program. Fellows will work on-site at NASA in Houston, supporting human spaceflight missions. This role is a non-compensated fellowship, as participants continue to receive their military pay and benefits.

What you'll do#

• Collaborate with NASA engineers, contractors, and internal technical teams across multiple disciplines.
• Assist management with the planning, coordination, and assignment of work tasks.
• Support concept development and early architecture definition for human spaceflight systems.
• Perform system-level trade studies and risk assessments.
• Maintain professional relationships with NASA customers and partner organizations.

What you'll need#

• Served at least 180 days in any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces.
• Must have taken service TAPS/TGPS.
• Must have command approval to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program.
• Must be on track to receive an Honorable Discharge.
• Must have attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months.
• Ability to pass a U.S. government background investigation.

Location & details#

• Location: Houston, Texas (On-site).
• Term: Summer 2026 (maximum 6-month duration).
• Employment type: Full-time.
• Academic background: Candidates from fields including Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Business Administration, Mathematics, and Physics are encouraged to apply.