About the role#
NASA is looking for an intern to support the development of multifunctional structural materials for extreme space environments. This work supports future missions like the Artemis program, which requires technology that can survive intense pressures, temperatures, ionizing radiation, and hypervelocity particles. You will work at the Langley Research Center to help create materials that keep crews and electronic devices safe during exploration of the Moon, Mars, and outer planets.
What you'll do#
- Develop new composites, solar sail membranes, and thermal protection systems using both experimental and computational methods.
- Create fibers and yarns with nano-inclusions.
- Systematically study the mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties of these materials.
- Investigate sensing, actuation, radiation shielding, and exotic electromagnetic properties.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student.
- Pursuit of a degree in Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields like Materials, Nuclear, or Polymer Engineering.
- Ability to work on-site in a laboratory environment.
- U.S. citizenship.
Location & details#
- Location: Hampton, Virginia.
- Program dates: June 7, 2027, to August 13, 2027.
- This is a full-time, paid internship.
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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