NASA
Academy is an internship program for college juniors, seniors, and
graduate students co-sponsored by participating NASA Centers and state Space
Grant Consortia. Participating NASA Centers for 2003 are:
Ames Research Center (astrobiology) and
Goddard Space Flight Center
(earth science, space science, technology).
The NASA Academy is made up of competitively selected students from all 50
states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. These students work on
research projects under the direction of some of the most innovative scientists
and engineers working for NASA. Students' interests and skills are matched to
project requirements, as identified by the student and the researcher. Students
also participate in seminars and discussions with government and business
leaders on space-related topics. Students who meet the following eligibility
requirements are encouraged to apply. WSGC encourages applications from
minority groups, women, and the disabled.
Student eligibility:
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Classified as a junior, senior or first year graduate student as of June 1,
2003
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Grade point average: B or better
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U.S. citizen.
All applications should be sent to the appropriate NASA Space Flight Center.
Final selection is made by a panel of high ranking scientists and engineers,
complemented by distinguished university faculty members and a select group of
aerospace experts. Funding up to $3,500 will be provided by WSGC for the top
two students chosen in Wisconsin. Housing and local transportation are paid for
by NASA.
Application materials/additional information are available at
www.nasa-academy.nasa.gov. Please follow the submission instructions
listed for the appropriate NASA Space Flight Center.