СШАLunar and Planetary Institute
LPI Summer Internship in Planetary Science (Summer 2027)
12 ч. назад
13.6k USD / годСШАTraineeOnsite
Fully funded summer internship program in the United States offering 10 weeks of research experience in planetary science at the Lunar and Planetary Institute or NASA Johnson Space Center with financial support of at least $13,639.
About the company
- The institute is regarded as an intellectual leader in lunar and Planetary Science.
- It serves as a scientific platform that grasps top-rated scientists, post-doctoral fellows, experts, and students worldwide.
- The institute supports the research community through meetings, activities, conferences, and newsletters.
- Operated under the Universities Space Research Association which offers an avenue for industrial and governmental bodies to engage expertise with technical leadership, operational efficiency, innovative research and development, management of facilities, and academic programs to excel in space sciences.
About the product
- The internship is carried out to advance understanding of the solar system through extraordinary services and inspiration globally.
- Aims to invest in the development of future explorers and helps NASA in solar system exploration.
- Provides a chance to participate in professionally developed activities comprising lectures and development workshops.
- Career development workshops and scientific lectures included.
- Opportunity to present research findings.
Responsibilities
- Participate in research projects under supervision of project supervisors based on academic excellence, scientific interests, and background relevant to projects.
- Meet and work with professional experts in a friendly and cooperative environment.
- Build a strong network for future career.
Requirements
- Undergraduate student with at least 50 semester credit hours.
- Must be enrolled in a bachelor's degree program during the semester before the internship.
- Preferred fields: physical sciences, natural sciences, engineering, computer science, and mathematics.
- Eligible regardless of gender, sex, or disability.
- Selection based on scholarship, curriculum, experience, scientific interest, career goals, and research projects.
- English proficiency: No IELTS/TOEFL required if certified by university's English professor.
Conditions
- Duration: 10 weeks from June 7 to August 13, 2027.
- Location: Lunar and Planetary Institute or NASA Johnson Space Center, Houston, Texas, USA.
- Financial support of at least $13,639 covering living costs, travel, housing, and daily expenses.
- Housing costs paid directly from the financial support to the accommodation place.
How to apply
- Apply online by completing all questions on the application form including essay-style questions.
- Provide personal information such as name, address, country, religion etc.
- Submit official transcripts in English.
- Provide two or three recommendation letters.
- Provide English proficiency proof if applicable (TOEFL, IELTS or letter from English department professor).
- Official hard copy of transcript to be emailed by college registrar.
- Complete all required fields and submit application.
- Applicants will receive confirmation email after submission.