About the role#
This internship at the Langley Research Center focuses on developing advanced materials for future space missions. You will work on technology that supports exploration programs like Artemis by improving the sustainability and survivability of vehicles and structures in extreme environments. These environments include high and low temperatures, ionizing radiation, and hypervelocity particles.
What you'll do#
- Develop new composites, solar sail membranes, thermal protection systems, fibers, and yarns that include nano-inclusions.
- Conduct both experimental and computational research studies.
- Systematically test mechanical, thermal, electrical, and radiation shielding properties.
- Explore sensing, actuation, and electromagnetic properties for aerospace applications.
- Contribute to research aimed at protecting crew members and electronic devices in space.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student in Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or Chemistry.
- US Citizenship is required.
Location & details#
- Location: Hampton, Virginia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 25, 2027, to May 7, 2027).
- Status: Full-time and paid.
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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