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Many young children dream of being an astronaut. For a select few, those dreams come true. Working for NASA is something that many different people can achieve, in many other ways than being an astronaut! If you are a student who excels in a particular field, then there may be a career waiting for you at NASA.
Professional, Engineering and Scientific
When people think of NASA, they think of astronauts and other types of scientists. They are not wrong in this thinking, as these science based jobs make up 60% of the NASA workforce. These careers require a specialized degree from a university and can be in the following areas;
- Accounting
- Engineering in the following areas:
- Aerospace
- Computer
- General
- Biology
- Computer Science
- Meteorology
Management
Management makes up approximately 24% of NASA’s workforce. Most of these jobs also require a college education, however they do not require a specialized degree like the scientific jobs require. The following positions are available:
- Administrator
- Budget Analyst
- Information Technology Specialist
- Public Affairs Specialist
Administration
Administrations jobs make up about 7% of the NASA workforce and include office jobs such as:
- Clerk-Typist
- Management Assistant
- Office Automation Clerk
- Procurement Clerk
- Secretary
As well as the above, NASA runs internships and offers employment for students. These positions are entry level and trainee based and are an excellent way for a student to gauge whether NASA is they place for them to work. Students enrolled in both high school and college are able to apply for temporary, summer and internships opportunities available throughout eh year at NASA.
Careers at NASA are varied, so there’s bound to be something for you.
