About the role#
This is a full-time, on-site internship at the Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, Florida. You will work on software development for a launch control system. You will have a mentor and a technical point of contact to guide your work and answer questions. Training on project-specific tools is provided.
What you'll do#
- Write, debug, and troubleshoot software code.
- Participate in code inspections.
- Write, fix, and execute unit tests.
- Research performance issues and analyze automated test output.
- Write automated tests and help improve the automated test framework.
- Create a project plan at the start of your internship.
- Prepare a final abstract and presentation to summarize your work.
What you'll need#
- You must be a US citizen.
- You must be an undergraduate sophomore, junior, or senior.
- You need to be available to work on-site Monday through Friday.
- You must provide your own transportation to the center.
- Preferred majors include Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mathematics.
- Preferred skills include software development, programming, and design.
- Experience with Python, Java, or C++ is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Merritt Island, Florida.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 7, 2027 to August 13, 2027).
- This is a paid, full-time, on-site position.
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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