Career Resources & Internships
A career in astronomy, or any STEAM-related field, could be just a college degree away — and might even take you to space.
If you have an interest in STEAM areas of study, use this list of private companies, government agencies, and more to learn about internship programs for high school, trade school, and college students, and what it takes to land a career that could launch you to the stars.
Private Companies
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Space X invites you to "Find your future" at the private space exploration company. "SpaceX is looking for world-class talent ready to tackle challenging projects that will ultimately enable life on other planets." Read about the Space X Intern Program.
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From machinists to avionics software engineers, Blue Origin has internships and careers for STEAM students "on a mission to benefit Earth."
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Virgin Galactic invites you to "come build spaceships" at the space tourism company's campus in Phoenix-Mesa, Arizona, where they're focused on the assembly and ground testing for their Delta-class spaceships. They offer a 12-week paid intern program.
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Intuitive Machines, the lunar access and orbital delivery company, made history by achieving commercial landings on the Moon's surface.
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Lockheed Martin, a leader in aerospace technology, offers a variety of internships for both high school and college students to build leadership, teamwork and STEAM skills before graduation.
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Rocket Lab, an "end-to-end space company," builds satellites and large launch vehicles. Their paid internship program for college students in STEAM fields lands 80% of participants in a job at the company.
Government Agencies
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NASA wants you, and that could mean a trip to the Moon. "Our work is more than just a profession," the space agency says, "it’s a lifelong pursuit, a passion — and a chance to change the history of humanity." The space agency's STEM Engagement Internships build technical skills and give students hands‑on exposure to NASA missions.
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The National Science Foundation "thrives where science, opportunity and personal growth intersect. Apply now, and take the first step towards making an impact on the world around you." Paid internships available for college undergraduates.
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The U.S. Department of Defense employs nearly 300,000 personnel in STEM-related jobs, from Space Force to environmental science specialties.
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The U.S. Department of Energy develops and produces nuclear-fueled power systems used for deep-space probes and rovers, and offers paid internships for students currently enrolled in a high school, college, or trade school.
