Summer 2027 Aerospace Internships
Start with the application status for your program, then prepare a short list of roles and the evidence you need to apply.
Last reviewed: September 29, 2026Application status: September 29, 2026
Summer 2027 recruiting has started. SpaceX, Blue Origin and Boeing list Summer 2027 roles. NASA publishes separate schedules for OSTEM and Pathways; do not use one program's deadline for the other.
This is a snapshot checked on . Listings can close or change. Follow the official link and read the individual vacancy before you apply; a company listing does not establish a single deadline for all its internships.
| Program | What is confirmed | Your next step |
|---|---|---|
| NASA OSTEM — Summer 2027 | NASA lists a March 1, 2027 deadline, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time. | Check NASA's deadline and application portal. Read each project's requirements. |
| NASA Pathways — Summer 2027 | Summer dates are not yet published on the checked page. NASA says details will be posted in spring 2027. | Watch the official Pathways page. Do not assume a February window. |
| NASA Pathways — Spring 2027 | The published September 21–25, 2026 application window has ended. This was for a January 25, 2027 start. | See the spring announcement; this is a different cohort from summer. |
| SpaceX | Summer 2027 internship/co-op listings include engineering, software and business operations. Closing dates depend on the posting. | Find Summer 2027 roles on SpaceX's job board. |
| Blue Origin | Summer 2027 undergraduate and graduate listings include engineering and software roles. | Browse Blue Origin's internship openings; choose the right degree level. |
| Boeing | The official board lists paid Summer 2027 internships, including quality engineering, supply chain and program management. | Search Boeing's Summer 2027 listings. Check the location and application deadline for each role. |
Other employers: use the Lockheed Martin student careers page and our prime contractor and startup guides to build your search list. No verified company-wide Summer 2027 deadline is asserted here for those programs.
Choose the right NASA program
OSTEM offers project-based experiences with NASA teams. Pathways is a federal employment program with a route toward civil service after successful program completion. They use different application processes, eligibility rules and recruiting windows.
Read NASA's program comparison and Pathways eligibility and application instructions. Follow the relevant vacancy's rules for enrollment, work authorization, transcripts and assessments. For federal opportunities, create a saved USAJOBS search so a short window is easier to notice.
Application instructions can also limit how AI tools may be used. Check the program's own instructions before preparing or submitting answers.
What to do this week
- Shortlist five roles. Record the official URL, job ID, location, degree level, eligibility requirements and exact deadline with its time zone. Use “not stated” when a listing gives no deadline.
- Choose evidence for each role. Match two requirements to something you have built, measured, organized or explained. A class project can be useful when you can describe your own contribution.
- Prepare your documents. Assemble your resume and the transcripts or portfolio links requested by the employer. Follow any page limit in the vacancy.
- Apply when ready. A rolling listing is not a promise that it will remain open. Keep the confirmation and record the next action.
- Set a weekly check. Revisit official boards and your saved searches. Keep a separate list of submitted applications and unanswered questions.
Use our resume and interview guide and application guide for preparation. The employer's current instructions take precedence over general advice.
Build something you can explain
Pick a project that supports the work in your target role. Keep the scope small enough to finish and leave time to document it.
- Flight controls: a JSBSim reinforcement learning autopilot. Explain the environment, evaluation criteria and failure cases.
- Robotics: drone simulation in Isaac Sim. Show what you simulated and how you evaluated it.
- Aerodynamics: compare airfoils in XFLR5. Record assumptions and show a plot that supports your design choice.
For your portfolio, include the question, your contribution, the method, a result and a limitation. Save a project to My Flight Plan to return to it. Completing a project is evidence of learning; it does not guarantee selection.
Common timing questions
When do SpaceX and Blue Origin internships open?
Both official boards listed Summer 2027 roles at this review. Apply against a specific vacancy. We have not inferred a universal opening date or closing date from those listings.
Is the NASA OSTEM deadline also the Pathways deadline?
No. OSTEM lists March 1, 2027 for summer; the checked Pathways page says summer information will follow in spring 2027. Follow the appropriate program link above.
Have I missed Summer 2027?
Check the role you want. Some programs have announced dates, some are recruiting by vacancy, and others have not published their summer schedule. A deadline for one employer or cohort says nothing about all the others.
What if I am in high school?
Check the age, enrollment and location rules before spending time on an application. Many listed roles target college students. Our K–12 education guide offers additional ways to gain experience.