Planetary Science Summer Internship — Fully Funded (10-Week)

Opportunities Radar; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lunar & Planetary Institute in Houston, TX invites undergraduate students to apply for the LPI Summer Internship 2027, a fully funded 10-week program running from June 7 to August 13, 2027 at LPI or NASA’s Johnson Space Center.

Participants will work on cutting-edge planetary science projects under guidance from renowned scientists, with enrichment activities and career workshops; the internship provides $13,351 to cover stipend, living and housing during the stay.

Qualifications

• Open to US and non-US nationals.
• Be enrolled in an undergraduate degree program and have completed a minimum of 50 semester hours.
• Academic background should be relevant to available research projects.
• Students in physical sciences, natural sciences, engineering, computer science, or mathematics are preferred.
• Commit to full-time participation during the internship dates.

Responsibilities

• Engage in cutting-edge planetary science research under supervision of renowned scientists.
• Participate in enrichment activities such as career development workshops and seminars.
• Attend educational visits to NASA facilities and expand your professional network.

Skills

STEM background

Undergraduate status

Education

Undergraduate student

Job description

The Lunar & Planetary Institute in Houston, TX invites undergraduate students to apply for the LPI Summer Internship 2027, a fully funded 10-week program running from June 7 to August 13, 2027 at LPI or NASA’s Johnson Space Center.

Participants will work on cutting-edge planetary science projects under guidance from renowned scientists, with enrichment activities and career workshops; the internship provides $13,351 to cover stipend, living and housing during the stay.