Explore careersFind an entry point into the space industry. Mission Open Door brings together distinct resources for students, transitioning service members, veterans and military spouses. Choose the route that fits you, then explore official requirements and next steps.
Official sources reviewed October 30, 2026. These are program resources, not a live vacancy feed. Published deadlines are shown where available. Individual roles, placements and eligibility can change; confirm details with the source before applying.
Explore NASA, JPL and commercial space programs. Internships are not limited to engineering; compare the fields and eligibility listed by each provider.
Short-term, mentored projects in STEM and non-STEM fields across NASA.
Who should check: The program page lists U.S. citizenship, age 18 by the session start and a 3.0 GPA. Check enrollment and session requirements before applying.
Timing & status: Summer 2027 deadline: March 1, 2027, 11:59 p.m. Eastern. Fall 2027 deadline: May 24, 2027, 11:59 p.m. Eastern.
Official program page reviewed October 30, 2026.
Read requirements & apply ↗A longer-term federal internship route spanning engineering, IT, HR, finance, procurement and other fields.
Who should check: NASA lists U.S. citizenship, at least half-time enrollment and additional academic and work-hour requirements. Review each USAJOBS announcement.
Timing & status: NASA says Summer 2027 dates and positions will be posted in Spring 2027. This is a program resource, not a verified open vacancy.
Official program page reviewed October 30, 2026.
Explore NASA Pathways ↗Paid college internships at Blue Origin locations, with housing and relocation options described on the program page.
Who should check: Undergraduate or graduate enrollment with at least one semester remaining after the internship. Review the listed work-authorization categories and individual role requirements.
Timing & status: The program page lists summer applications opening September 1 and spring applications opening June 1. Individual role availability and closing dates vary.
Official program page reviewed October 30, 2026.
Explore internship positions ↗Ten-week, full-time summer projects with JPL scientists and engineers.
Who should check: Undergraduate or graduate STEM students at accredited U.S. universities; 3.0 GPA; U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. Full requirements are on the official page.
Timing & status: Published application deadline: March 12, 2027, 5 p.m. Pacific. Check the source for any changes before applying.
Official program page reviewed October 30, 2026.
Read requirements & apply ↗Start with the official program and employer sources. Participation requires the applicable service approvals, and a training opportunity does not guarantee a job.
NASA accepts SkillBridge applications across technical and business fields, matching candidates with interested sponsoring offices.
Who should check: NASA lists the final 180 days of active duty, a 90–180 day participation period, completed TAP and command approval. Service-specific rules also apply.
Timing & status: NASA does not publish individual fellowship vacancies in advance. Sponsors review a candidate pool; participation does not guarantee employment.
Official program page reviewed October 30, 2026.
Explore NASA SkillBridge ↗Blue Origin’s official military page describes SkillBridge training and links to available roles.
Who should check: Confirm the exact program, candidate category, location and role requirements. Military spouse opportunities described by the employer may follow a different route from active-duty SkillBridge.
Timing & status: Individual availability is not verified by this program-page review. Confirm the provider in the official directory and obtain required service approval.
Official program page reviewed October 30, 2026.
Explore military career routes ↗Search the official directory for providers and opportunities, then narrow by employer, location and industry.
Who should check: Verify the specific provider, training plan and service requirements with your transition or education office. A listing is not command approval.
Timing & status: The official directory loads results using JavaScript. We confirmed the page is reachable; individual provider records were not audited in this review.
Official program page reviewed October 30, 2026.
Search the official directory ↗Already separated or looking beyond transition training? Start with veteran hiring resources, translate your skills and explore current aerospace jobs. These routes are separate from active-duty SkillBridge.
NASA explains veteran recruiting routes, preference and hiring authorities, with links to its official application guidance.
Before you use it: Check the official requirements and the hiring paths accepted by each announcement. Veteran status alone does not establish eligibility for every role.
Resource page reviewed October 30, 2026. Individual vacancies and hiring outcomes are not verified.
Explore NASA veteran resources ↗Explore Blue Origin’s military community and official job-search links, alongside its separate transition programs.
Before you use it: Search current roles using your civilian skills, location and experience. This is a recruiting resource, not a confirmed vacancy.
Resource page reviewed October 30, 2026. Individual vacancies and hiring outcomes are not verified.
Explore Blue Origin careers ↗Use your Air Force AFSC, military occupation code or interests to discover related civilian careers. Then use those titles in aerospace employer searches.
Before you use it: This Labor Department-sponsored tool maps skills across industries. A suggested occupation is not a qualification determination or job offer.
Resource page reviewed October 30, 2026. Individual vacancies and hiring outcomes are not verified.
Translate your military skills ↗Find employment, training, career exploration and local assistance resources after military service.
Before you use it: A general career-support resource that complements the aerospace directory. Check each program’s conditions directly.
Resource page reviewed October 30, 2026. Individual vacancies and hiring outcomes are not verified.
Find veteran career support ↗Your career deserves a route of its own. Explore spouse hiring information, employer support and practical help with work, training and relocation.
Read NASA’s dedicated military spouse hiring information and follow its official application guidance.
Before you use it: Some hiring routes apply only to eligible spouse categories. Review documentation and each announcement; being a spouse does not guarantee selection.
Resource page reviewed October 30, 2026. Individual vacancies and hiring outcomes are not verified.
Explore NASA spouse resources ↗Explore job-search support, training, relocation resources, mentorship links and local career assistance for military spouses.
Before you use it: Check each linked program’s current eligibility and availability. These resources support your own career goals across aerospace and other industries.
Resource page reviewed October 30, 2026. Individual vacancies and hiring outcomes are not verified.
Find military spouse career support ↗Blue Origin’s military community page describes spouse support and points to its official job search.
Before you use it: Remote work agreements are described for specific roles, not every job. Confirm each role’s work location and requirements; spouse routes are separate from active-duty SkillBridge.
Resource page reviewed October 30, 2026. Individual vacancies and hiring outcomes are not verified.
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