Passionate about open science, space biology, and cutting-edge research? The NASA Open Science Data Repository (OSDR) Summer Internship Program offers hands-on experiences in space life sciences for students and educators. Engage with groundbreaking projects, analyze real-world data, and contribute to space-related research as part of NASA internships.
Why Choose a NASA OSDR Internship?
The OSDR internship program at NASA provides a unique opportunity to work on high-impact projects in space biology, bioinformatics, and data science. Whether interested in genomics, transcriptomics, machine learning, or AI applications, OSDR internships offer valuable research experiences under expert mentorship.
Current Summer Internship Opportunities
Sample Processing Lab Internship
- Focus: Optimize RNA and DNA isolation procedures for murine tissues.
- Applications: Transcriptomics, molecular diagnostics, and high-throughput processing.
- Benefits: Hands-on training, expert mentorship, and opportunity to present findings.
Curation Team Internship
- Focus: Enhance ‘omics assay metadata by aligning with FAIR principles (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable).
- Applications: Machine learning, AI, and bioinformatics.
- Benefits: Work with advanced metadata standards, best practices, and open science initiatives.
Benefits of Joining NASA OSDR Internships
- Innovative Projects: Solve real-world challenges in space science, open data, and technology.
- Skill Development: Gain expertise in bioinformatics, high-throughput sequencing, and data curation.
- Mentorship: Collaborate with NASA experts in open science, genomics, and space biology.
- Networking: Connect with researchers, educators, and professionals in aerospace and life sciences.
How to Apply for NASA OSDR Internships
Interested candidates can apply for the OSDR internship program through the NASA Internship Portal. Applications require a resume, statement of interest, and relevant academic background. Early applications are encouraged!
Join NASA’s mission to explore space biology, advance data science, and innovate for the future of humanity. Apply for a NASA OSDR Summer Internship today!
Official Call Letter:
https://www.nasa.gov/osdr-summer-2025-internships/