About the Project
The STELLA (Science and Technology Education for Land/Life Assessment) project uses spectrometers that can be built with low-cost components and 3D printed housings to introduce NASA Earth observation technologies and provide authentic hands-on learning experiences for remote sensing education. STELLA instruments help engage students in the quantitative aspects of satellite data, provide insight into the scientific process, and encourage analytical thinking.
Internship Overview
The role is a hybrid of engineering, prototyping, and testing. Students will start by building instruments and getting up to speed on the STELLA project. From there, tasks may include prototyping and testing new small sensor instruments, debugging, calibration, characterization, programming, 3D printing/CAD design, and taking measurements. There may also be opportunities for co-authoring papers, public communication, and eventual field visits to agricultural field sites.
Bonus Opportunities
Depending on your performance and project needs, there may also be opportunities to:
- Co-author peer-reviewed scientific papers
- Participate in public science communication
- Join field visits to active agricultural research sites
Academic Level: Undergraduate or graduate students
Location & Schedule
- NASA Goddard Space Flight Center: Greenbelt, MD
- On-site requirement: Minimum 3 days per week
Note for applicants: You will need to be able to obtain a NASA facility badge/visitor access. Non-U.S. citizens should be aware that additional documentation or lead time may be required for site access approval.