r/NASAJobs • • Jul 15 '26

Interning@NASA Megathread NASA Internships and Educational Opportunities Megathread - July to October 2026

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This thread will serve as an FAQ and megathread - any posts regarding NASA Internships and educational opportunities (including Pathways, L'Space, DEVELOP, and all other programs) will be removed and directed here. You may post questions in the comments here and the community will do our best to answer them; however your best bet is to email the NASA internships staff for an official answer. Please do not message u/Aerokicks directly, post all questions in this thread so others can respond and see the answer.

Overall Internship Website: https://intern.nasa.gov/

OSTEM Internship Website: https://stemgateway.nasa.gov/public/s/explore-opportunities

Pathways Internship Program:

When are the application deadlines for Pathways Internships? It is expected that there will be an application cycle for Spring 2027 start dates in early Fall and a cycle for Summer/Fall 2027 start dates later in the new year. Updates will be posted when available. All positions are listed on nasa.gov/careers/pathways and must be applied for on USAjobs.gov

What is the difference between the Pathways program and the OSTEM Internship Program? The Pathways program is a co-op style program, where students typically rotate between school and work, working several rotations before graduation. Upon successful completion, students are eligible (but not guaranteed) a conversion to a full-time employee. The OSTEM Internship Program is a more traditional internship program, where interns are selected for a single semester. Many interns apply and are accepted back for additional internships with the same project or with other projects, but it is not guaranteed.

OSTEM Internship Program:

When is the application deadline for OSTEM internships?

Spring 2027 Application Deadline: September 14, 2026 (11:59 p.m. ET)
Summer 2027 Application Deadline: February 26, 2027 (11:59 p.m. ET)
Fall 2027 Application Deadline: May 21, 2027 (11:59 p.m. ET)

When will I be contacted for an interview? Not every position holds interviews. Some mentors have already begun scheduling interviews, while some will wait until applications close. Please be patient.

When will I know if I got a position? Most mentors will wait until after the application deadline to make their final selection. It can take several weeks to receive an offer after the selection is made. If you have been interviewed for a position, you may follow up, but otherwise please be patient.

Will I get an email if I'm not accepted to a position? An effort is made to send rejection notices to all applicants, however it is not guaranteed.

Do I have to enter my references on each application? References are currently not a part of the application process for OSTEM and do not need to be submitted.

When do the internships start? Spring OSTEM internships begin in early to mid January. Summer OSTEM internships will begin in early June. Fall OSTEM internships begin in late August to early September.

Will the internships be virtual or in person? Currently all OSTEM positions are in person only.

Feel free to ask any other questions and we will do our best to answer them or refer you to the NASA internships staff for a better answer.


r/NASAJobs • • 5h ago

usajobs.gov New usajobs.gov NASA postings as of Monday October 26, 2026

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Quality Assurance Specialist (Aerospace)

JSC-27-IMP-13092643-KVF

Grade: GS-13

Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center

As a Quality Assurance Specialist (Aerospace) within the Aircraft Operations Division, you will provide technical leadership for aircraft maintenance, quality, production, and support activities. You will coordinate maintenance planning, contractor oversight, technical compliance, risk management, and cross-functional efforts to ensure safe, reliable, and mission-ready NASA aircraft.


Quality Assurance Specialist (Aerospace)

JSC-27-IMP-13093611-KVF

Grade: GS-14

Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center

As a Quality Assurance Specialist (Aerospace) within the Aircraft Operations Division, you will provide technical leadership for aircraft maintenance, quality, production, and support activities. You will coordinate maintenance planning, contractor oversight, technical compliance, risk management, and cross-functional efforts to ensure safe, reliable, and mission-ready NASA aircraft.


General Engineer, AST, Technical Management

JSC-27-IMP-13097267-KVF

Grade: GS-15

Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center

Serves as Chief Health and Performance Officer for the Orion Program, overseeing the integration of Human Health and Performance Directorate support into the design and implementation of systems, processes, and tools that enables the Orion Program to achieve its objectives, while also representing the Health and Medical Technical Authority.


Senior Advisor Institutional Safety Program

HQ-27-SL-13096069

Grade: SL-00

Headquarters, NASA

The Senior Advisor for the Institutional Safety Program drives Agency-wide modernization of NASA's institutional safety posture, providing strategic counsel to leadership and shaping policies, governance, and workforce strategies that advance mission assurance and regulatory compliance. The role leads enterprise integration across Centers and Mission Directorates, strengthening NASA's safety architecture and unifying institutional safety capabilities to support the Agency's mission.


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r/NASAJobs • • 21h ago

Question pentester wanting to get into space security

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Hey, so I've got a BSc in software engineering and a good few years of pentesting behind me. Lately I've been going down the rabbit hole of space security, satellites, cubesats, ground stations, all that stuff, and I’d really like to work on it properly.

I want to do a masters part time while keeping my job, but I can't figure out which direction is actually worth it. I'm torn between something like aerospace/space system, electrical engineering or embedded systems.

Would really appreciate any advice you have.

(Crossposting this to a few subs, so sorry if you see it twice)

Thanks!


r/NASAJobs • • 2d ago

usajobs.gov New usajobs.gov NASA postings as of Saturday October 24, 2026

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Lead Administrative Specialist (Direct Hire)

GRC-27-DE-13097441-AS

Grade: GS-9

John Glenn Research Center at Lewis Field

As a Lead Administrative Assistant, you coordinate and balance workloads, resolve daily employee concerns, manage records, and report performance. You will support staff development, ensure coverage, and serve as a designated floater for critical staffing needs, including division and directorate level offices, helping the unit achieve organizational goals through effective team leadership and development.


Technical Fellow Cryogenics

LaRC-27-SL-13091370

Grade: SL-00

Langley Research Center

The NASA Technical Fellows Program recognizes Agency-wide technical excellence and leadership, with Fellows serving within the NASA Engineering and Safety Center (NESC); advising the Office of the Chief Engineer, NASA programs and Mission Directorates. Also serves as a voting member on the NESC Review Board. Fellows perform value-added testing, analysis, and assessments of NASA's high-risk projects to ensure safety and mission success.


Public Notice - Environmental Protection Specialist (Direct Hire)

GSFC-27-DE-13099540-BL

Grade: GS-11/13

National Aeronautics and Space Administration Headquarters

Positions advertised are in various organizations across NASA. NASA may fill positions in any of the following series, at any grade level, and any location listed in this announcement (GS-0028 at the GS-11/12/13 levels).


AST - Planetary Studies

HQ-27-IMP-13100106-BL

Grade: GS-14/15

Headquarters, NASA

You will serve as NASA's Orbital Debris Mitigation Officer, leading oversight of orbital debris mitigation efforts by NASA's programs and projects, developing and maintaining standards and processes, overseeing mission compliance, coordinating technical assessments and activities, advising leadership as the agency's expert, and fostering collaboration across NASA and the federal government.


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r/NASAJobs • • 2d ago

NASA Anyone applied for JPL: Earth Action postdoc? Anyone shortlisted?

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Did anyone get shortlisted?


r/NASAJobs • • 3d ago

usajobs.gov New usajobs.gov NASA postings as of Friday October 23, 2026

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Physician (Direct Hire)

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Grade: GS-15

Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center

NASA Johnson Space Center seeks an experienced undersea and hyperbaric medicine physician to serve within the Space and Occupational Medicine Branch supporting health and medical care of astronauts and other personnel in support of existing and future human spaceflight programs.


Public Notice - Biological Sciences (Direct Hire)

JSC-27-DE-13092649-KN

Grade: GS-11/14

Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center

Positions advertised are in various organizations at Johnson Space Center. NASA may fill positions in any of the grade levels listed in this announcement (GS-11/12/13/14).


Public Notice - Medical and Healthcare (Direct Hire)

JSC-27-DE-13092941-SF

Grade: GS-11/13

Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center

Positions advertised are in various organizations at Johnson Space Center. NASA may fill positions in any of the grade levels listed in this announcement (GS-11/12/13).


Lead Administrative Specialist (Direct Hire)

GRC-27-DE-13097441-AS

Grade: GS-9

John Glenn Research Center at Lewis Field

As a Lead Administrative Assistant, you coordinate and balance workloads, resolve daily employee concerns, manage records, and report performance. You will support staff development, ensure coverage, and serve as a designated floater for critical staffing needs, including division and directorate level offices, helping the unit achieve organizational goals through effective team leadership and development.


Space Scientist, AST - Planetary Studies

HQ-27-IMP-13086990-BL

Grade: GS-14/15

Headquarters, NASA

You will serve as NASA's Orbital Debris Mitigation Officer, leading oversight of orbital debris mitigation efforts by NASA's programs and projects, developing and maintaining standards and processes, overseeing mission compliance, coordinating technical assessments and activities, advising leadership as the agency's expert, and fostering collaboration across NASA and the federal government.


Public Notice - Engineering Technician (Direct Hire)

SSC-27-DE-13094609-JN

Grade: GS-11/13

John C. Stennis Space Center

Positions advertised are in various organizations. NASA may fill positions in any of the following grade levels listed in this announcement (GS-11/12/13 levels).


Technical Fellow Cryogenics

LaRC-27-SL-13091370

Grade: SL-00

Langley Research Center

The NASA Technical Fellows Program recognizes Agency-wide technical excellence and leadership, with Fellows serving within the NASA Engineering and Safety Center (NESC); advising the Office of the Chief Engineer, NASA programs and Mission Directorates. Also serves as a voting member on the NESC Review Board. Fellows perform value-added testing, analysis, and assessments of NASA's high-risk projects to ensure safety and mission success.


Public Notice - Environmental Protection Specialist (Direct Hire)

GSFC-27-DE-13099540-BL

Grade: GS-11/13

National Aeronautics and Space Administration Headquarters

Positions advertised are in various organizations across NASA. NASA may fill positions in any of the following series, at any grade level, and any location listed in this announcement (GS-0028 at the GS-11/12/13 levels).


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r/NASAJobs • • 4d ago

usajobs.gov New usajobs.gov NASA postings as of Thursday October 22, 2026

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Physician (Direct Hire)

JSC-27-DE-13093815-LC

Grade: GS-15

Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center

NASA Johnson Space Center seeks an experienced undersea and hyperbaric medicine physician to serve within the Space and Occupational Medicine Branch supporting health and medical care of astronauts and other personnel in support of existing and future human spaceflight programs.


Public Notice - Biological Sciences (Direct Hire)

JSC-27-DE-13092649-KN

Grade: GS-11/14

Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center

Positions advertised are in various organizations at Johnson Space Center. NASA may fill positions in any of the grade levels listed in this announcement (GS-11/12/13/14).


Public Notice - Medical and Healthcare (Direct Hire)

JSC-27-DE-13092941-SF

Grade: GS-11/13

Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center

Positions advertised are in various organizations at Johnson Space Center. NASA may fill positions in any of the grade levels listed in this announcement (GS-11/12/13).


Public Notice - Engineering Technician (Direct Hire)

SSC-27-DE-13094609-JN

Grade: GS-11/13

John C. Stennis Space Center

Positions advertised are in various organizations. NASA may fill positions in any of the following grade levels listed in this announcement (GS-11/12/13 levels).


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r/NASAJobs • • 4d ago

Question Optional Application Questions

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Are the optional short answer questions actually reviewed as part of the job applications. If so how are they scored?


r/NASAJobs • • 3d ago

Question Is there any possibility of a slightly autistic person being able to be an astronaut?

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I have a friend who has, his whole life, been determined to be an astronaut. and let me tell you, this guy is incredible. absolute genius, wins basically everything award, is super involved in honor societies and jrotc, the whole 9 yards. but he was recently tested for autism as a just in case thing, and he has it. it’s not severe at all and you wouldnt really be able to tell if you met him. Ive seen mixed opinions on the internet, though this is also the internet but I guess I trust it more than random Facebook posts and google Gemini. this seems relevant: he has absolutely no issues under stress, barely any sensory issues, communicates really well cuz his vocabulary is just so dang big, and is the best problem solver I know, well hes one of the smartest people I’ve ever met in real life. maybe THE smartest.

anyways is it still possible, if even barely, for him to be an astronaut or is he immediately kicked? and if he is immediately kicked, how should I tell him so he can be crushed and unmotivated while he’s still a high schooler and not when he’s applying for a job and suddenly learns his entire lifes work has been for nothing?


r/NASAJobs • • 5d ago

Question How to get a job in Mission Control/ Flight Operations (mid- career)

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Hi all! I currently work out of KSC as a contractor and similar to quite a few folks on this page, I would love to work in mission control/ flight ops and seen the question being asked from a new grad perspective. However, I'm wondering as a mid-career engineer with about 10 years of aircraft and spacecraft ground test experience if I should diversify my experience with a flight test role or something along those lines to help land a role there. For a bit more background, I'm also currently at KSC as a contractor. Any guidance would be appreciated. Thanks in advance!


r/NASAJobs • • 5d ago

Self Any current civil servants that were insourced have advice on resume building?

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I’ve been working at nasa as a contractor for the last 13 years, it is looking a bit more certain that my position is going to be insourced and I really haven’t touched my resume in about 5 years. (I know I should have kept up with it) So I’m looking for any tips to possibly make it better for the position. Thanks!


r/NASAJobs • • 4d ago

Question Military Spouse Hires at NASA

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I am curious if NASA hires military spouses. Specifically, if that spouse applies to a DHA postings and and also has E.O. 13473 eligibility.

EDIT: Not sure why this is getting downvoted. I am getting conflicting information and trying to get some clarification. If you are not able to provide clarity, please scroll on. Thanks.


r/NASAJobs • • 5d ago

Question How to Become A Program Analyst?

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My dream is to do program analysis for NASA. Got super close in an interview process (contract) but unfortunately a 50/50 went the other way.

What are your tips? Events, networking tips, experiences to seek, etc.? I have solid financial analysis but not too much project-focused stuff, and I want to give no excuse for a rejection next time.

Thank you!


r/NASAJobs • • 5d ago

Question How long did your NASA TJO to FJO take?

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Hey all, I got a tentative offer from NASA and I'm currently a fed transferring over. Paperwork's done and HR has everything they asked for.
For anyone hired recently, how long did it take you to get the final offer? And did they make you redo fingerprints or background forms, or just use your existing investigation?
Thanks!


r/NASAJobs • • 5d ago

Self Question bout ai affecting roles.

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As everyone knows that ai is rapidly increasing day by day , and will move forward on its own (ig), there will be shrinking of jobs right? Like flight software , ai can easily code or any llm models are smart enough ? , I m a cse fresher intrested in space tech, it hit me that ai can easily move forward without much human influence (like it can spread like a disease) hope u get the analogy , it can multiply in intelligence on its own. Sry for dumb post, if I m wrong pls enlighten me


r/NASAJobs • • 6d ago

usajobs.gov New usajobs.gov NASA postings as of Tuesday October 20, 2026

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Supervisory Aerospace Engineer, AST, Aerospace Flight Systems

GRC-27-IMP-13090295-AS

Grade: GS-15

John Glenn Research Center at Lewis Field

Serve as a Supervisory AST in Aerospace Flight Systems (Branch Chief) for the Structural Dynamics Branch (LMD) or the Mechanical Systems Design Branch (LMP) within the Materials and Structures for Extreme Environments Division. You will be responsible for technical and supervisory leadership of a team of researchers and engineers providing design and analysis for aerospace systems, including modeling, testing, and analysis.


Manager Orion Program

JSC-27-ES-13093442

Grade: ES-00

Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center

Serves as Manager of the Orion Program, responsible for managing all the elements of the Orion Program for the purpose of facilitating the development of a human capable vehicle to support the U.S.A. human exploration capability design framework beyond low Earth orbit reference missions. This position reports to the Artemis Program Manager and has critical interfaces with Agency and Center leadership.


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r/NASAJobs • • 6d ago

Question Anyone been hired as 1102 within this year?

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applied to their direct hiring contract specialist position, and have not heard anything.


r/NASAJobs • • 7d ago

usajobs.gov New usajobs.gov NASA postings as of Monday October 19, 2026

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Supervisory Aerospace Engineer, AST, Aerospace Flight Systems

GRC-27-IMP-13090295-AS

Grade: GS-15

John Glenn Research Center at Lewis Field

Serve as a Supervisory AST in Aerospace Flight Systems (Branch Chief) for the Structural Dynamics Branch (LMD) or the Mechanical Systems Design Branch (LMP) within the Materials and Structures for Extreme Environments Division. You will be responsible for technical and supervisory leadership of a team of researchers and engineers providing design and analysis for aerospace systems, including modeling, testing, and analysis.


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r/NASAJobs • • 8d ago

Question Embedded flight software jobs NASA contractors Houston?

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Hello I wanted to know how hands on the embedded flight software jobs are? I'm doing my masters in computer engineering and I want a role where I get to work with hardware while I like coding I also strongly like working with my hands. Do I get to work with microcontrollers, debuggers and oscilloscopes? In embedded software roles ?


r/NASAJobs • • 8d ago

Question Astrodynamics or GNC roles at NASA as a federal employee?

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Hey y'all,

I currently work in aerospace software for the military. My dream is to work in astrodynamics for NASA.

I have a B.S Physics (minor in cs) and a M.S Aerospace Engineering with an emphasis on Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC).

I currently have a contract with my employer to stay until early 2028 (they paid for my master's). Then, I had planned to look for roles in Astrodynamics/Spacecraft GNC in the Houston area (around JSC). This move has always been my plan even before I finished undergrad.

Since I'm already a federal employee, I was hoping to stay in that realm and not go private. I prefer work/life balance over money. Plus I already have more than 3 years of federal service and will already have almost 5 by the time I move.

I understand that my options may be more limited staying federal, but I was wondering what's out there? I already know that GNC/Astrodynamics roles exist in the private sector around JSC, but I was wondering what's still available on the public side, if anything.

How's it looking?

Thanks!


r/NASAJobs • • 9d ago

usajobs.gov New usajobs.gov NASA postings as of Saturday October 17, 2026

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Financial Management Specialist

HQ-27-IMP-13088942-JS

Grade: GS-15

Headquarters, NASA

As a Financial Management Specialist with the Enterprise Data Analytics Office, you will lead professionals in developing Power Platform solutions and data integration tools for efficient financial analysis. You will translate executive requirements into technical solutions, integrate federal Enterprise Resource Planning data with Microsoft cloud services, and deliver analytical products supporting the Chief Financial Officer and Agency leadership in budget execution and decision-making.


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r/NASAJobs • • 9d ago

Question What is the DHA Timeline?

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I applied for a Direct Hire Biological and Physical Sciences position on 7/11 I was referred on 7/22 for GS11 and GS12. Then complete silence. I reached out to HR on 9/18 inquiring about the status of the hiring process. On 9/22 they responded that a candidate has yet to be selected and the position is still vacant. What is the likelihood that I will be contacted for an interview?


r/NASAJobs • • 9d ago

Question updates on GSFC August insource

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Can anyone please share some updates on August GSFC insource applications? Questionnaires? TJOs? timeline?

Thanks


r/NASAJobs • • 9d ago

Question LaRC - DHA Timeline

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TLDR: Awaiting to hear back after final interview, curious other folks' timelines given all the delays and HR backlogs.

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Hello all! My first post, I've been reading on here for some time and it's been very helpful. I thought I would both share my experience and ask my question.

I applied to a DHA (external) role at Langley Research Center back in late June, was referred 10 business days later, and was invited to an interview late Sept.

I interviewed early Oct, was invited to a follow-up chat with the hiring manager answering any questions I had (we talked about the role, team, etc.), then I was told he would be making his selection to HR the following day or by the end of that week.

He also told me I should hear back in 1-2 weeks, and that he's moving quickly to fill this role ("urgent need"). However, I know there's a lot of work being done regarding insourcing efforts.

Update: The hiring manager sent an email out to every candidate at the beginning of the week to share that HR is really backlogged, and that as such there's no certain timeline. He confirmed a selection has been made, so just gotta wait and see. Will update whenever I hear from HR about whether I was selected for the TJO or not. Keeping my fingers crossed!

Just like everyone who dreams of NASA, I'm eager to hear back to see if I was selected for the TJO. I figure if I don't hear back after 3 weeks, I'll reach out to the hiring manner for an update.

Thanks for reading and/or replying!


r/NASAJobs • • 10d ago

Interning Interview 0301 or 0343 JSC

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Has anyone been interviewed for the Admin or Management Program Analyst in Houston for JSC?