NASA's internship programs at the Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, California provide opportunities for high school and college students to contribute to aeronautics, science, technology, and space exploration.
Former interns Claudia Sales, Kassidy McLaughlin, and Julio Treviño showcase the long-term impact of NASA's STEM programs through their successful careers at NASA.
Claudia Sales, now a deputy chief engineer, started as a Pathways intern and worked on projects like the X-43A hypersonic research aircraft.
Kassidy McLaughlin, a flight systems engineer, highlights the importance of mentorship and hands-on experience in her professional development at NASA.
Julio Treviño, lead operations engineer, began as a Pathway's intern and contributed to designing a battery model for an all-electric aircraft.
NASA offers over 2,000 students yearly internship opportunities, with the fall 2025 application deadline set for May 16, 2025.
To apply and learn more about NASA's internship programs, visit https://www.nasa.gov/learning-resources/internship-programs/