About the role#
This internship focuses on the development of crew-facing hardware and tools for human spaceflight. You will join a multidisciplinary team at the Johnson Space Center to work on projects that span the entire design cycle. Your work will range from early concept exploration to building and testing final hardware. The goal is to create solutions that perform well for astronauts during real-world use.
What you'll do#
- Develop crew-facing hardware and tools for spaceflight.
- Perform concept exploration and translate ideas into physical prototypes.
- Conduct human-in-the-loop testing and design sensitivity evaluations.
- Fabricate and assemble hardware components.
- Refine designs based on performance feedback and iterative testing.
- Collaborate with engineers, designers, and users to solve development challenges.
- Document test results, design rationale, and project lessons learned.
What you'll need#
- Undergraduate Freshman status or higher.
- Ability to transition between conceptual thinking and practical implementation.
- Strong communication and documentation skills.
- Collaborative mindset for working in multidisciplinary teams.
- Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
- Majors in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Biomedical Engineering, Architecture, or related technical fields.
Location & details#
- Location: Houston, Texas.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 7 to August 13).
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Full-time and paid.
- Citizenship: US Citizen only.
About NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration is a government agency founded in 1958. It conducts research and development in aeronautics, space exploration, and science. The organization operates from various locations across the United States, including its headquarters in Washington, DC. With over 53,000 employees, it manages missions involving rockets, spacecraft, and Earth observation.
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