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Scholarships
Please note: Undergraduates may apply to both the merit and research programs, but only one award will be made per student.
2021-2022 Undergraduate STEM Merit Scholarship Program
– Deadline: June 21, 2021 – Opportunity is now closed.
– Released: May 3, 2021
The Iowa Space Grant Consortium (ISGC) will award six (6) merit scholarships for undergraduate students pursuing a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) disciplines that support NASA’s mission. (Preservice STEM education majors also qualify.) Click on the title link above to view more information, or download the full PDF here.
2021-2022 Undergraduate STEM Research Scholarship Program
– Deadline: June 21, 2021 – Opportunity is now closed.
– Released: May 3, 2021
The Iowa Space Grant Consortium (ISGC) will award 18 research scholarships for undergraduate students pursuing a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) disciplines that support NASA’s mission. (Preservice STEM education majors also qualify.) These scholarships will be competitively awarded based on complete application information including academic qualifications, research project involvement, NASA alignment, and a faculty letter of recommendation. Click on the title link above to view more information, or download the full PDF here.
Student Projects
Student Experiential Opportunities (Hands-On):
2021-2022 Request for Proposals (click here to download PDF) – updated Oct 28, 2021
– Deadline: January 14, 2022 – (Or until funds are consumed)
– Released: June 25, 2021 – Updated: Sept. 21, 2021
– Submission Checklist – Updated Sept. 21, 2021
– Signature Form
– ISGC Budget template – SHO – Submissions without this template are unacceptable, revised 11-4-21.
– ISGC Final Report Submission Guidelines – Click link for formatting and layout.
Internships
NASA Center Internships (note important update on top of linked page) – Research experiences for undergraduates at participating facilities.
Applications are submitted through NASA’s Intern website. Students can complete one application and be considered for hands-on research experiences with multiple NASA research centers. The Explore Opportunities bubble on the NASA intern page will get you to a list of projects by selecting the internships link. Applicants will be more successful if specific projects at centers are selected according to qualifications and research interests. Use the search box to enter your desired research area. Hint: All uploaded documents should be in PDF format.
NASA is now accepting applications for the Spring 2022 session.
Deadline is November 26th. Apply soon!
To inquire about Iowa Space Grant (ISGC) assistance with a center placement, please answer these survey questions before contacting our office: ISGC Sponsorship Student Request
Read about past internship experiences sponsored by the ISGC.
See this bulleted list for great information to assist you in the quest for a NASA Internship:
- Ten things you can do now to apply for a NASA Internship
- Five misconceptions about applying for a NASA Internship
- NASA Virtual Student Informational Session – loads of great tips for applicants
- General Tips: Start with a document saved for assistance with a spelling and grammar check. Skills, etc. can then be updated as you move through the application process. Every opportunity is a separate “apply now” action, therefore, save time by having a prepared draft application with prepared text to copy and paste.
- List all computer, technical, soft skills and experiences applicable to the opportunity
- List self-taught skills and hobbies
- Complete the “Why you want to be a NASA Intern” paragraph, what can you bring to the table for NASA, make a compelling argument
- Upload buttons are available for all documents such as: 1. Most recent transcript, 2. Resume, 3. Letter/s of recommendation
- Do not wait until the applications deadline to apply, mentors select early, all through the process/window
NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory Internships
Visit the link below to check out the NASA JPL Internship programs available to both undergraduate and graduate students.
For more information or to apply: https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/edu/intern/
NASA Pathways Program
Students and recent graduates can apply for the Pathways Program at NASA for paid work experience and a dynamic career development program.
For more information or to apply:
https://www.nasa.gov/careers/pathways-program
Space Interns
Looking for an opportunity in the aerospace industry? Visit this website: https://www.spaceinterns.org/