Aerospace Undergrad Research Internship — NASA-Relevant

WIGSAT; Rhode Island; Hybrid; USD 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

WIGSAT, in collaboration with Rhode Island institutions, offers competitive summer and academic-year research internships for U.S. citizen undergraduates who have a faculty advisor and a project with NASA relevance.

Recipients present their findings at the annual spring symposium; the 2027 undergraduate application opens in November. This in-person program provides mentorship and access to Brown University resources through the Rhode Island Space Grant Consortium.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen undergraduates at Rhode Island institutions with a faculty advisor and a NASA-relevant project.
• Strong research and analytical abilities with the ability to present findings clearly.
• Experience coordinating with faculty advisors and research teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hands-on aerospace research under faculty supervision.
• Compile results and prepare presentations for the spring symposium.
• Collaborate with mentors and peers on project milestones.

Skills

Research skills

Presentation skills

NASA-relevant project experience

Education

Undergraduate degree in aerospace or related field

Job description

WIGSAT, in collaboration with Rhode Island institutions, offers competitive summer and academic-year research internships for U.S. citizen undergraduates who have a faculty advisor and a project with NASA relevance.

Recipients present their findings at the annual spring symposium; the 2027 undergraduate application opens in November. This in-person program provides mentorship and access to Brown University resources through the Rhode Island Space Grant Consortium.