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Current NASA and STEM Opportunities

2024 Dream with Us Design Challenge - Submissions accepted through March 1 - April 30, 2024

The 2024 Dream with Us design challenge is NOW OPEN! For students ages 13-18, this team-based challenge gives students a chance to share their vision for the future of aviation with NASA experts. This year’s theme is focused on natural disasters--students are developing new and improved ways aviation can help with natural disaster response. NASA’s Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response Operation (ACERO) Project researches the capabilities of drones and advanced technologies to help improve wildfire coordination and operations. NASA is asking
students to dream of new ideas that will be shared with NASA’s ACERO project and others to design or improve current systems and technologies responding to natural disasters with new aviation such as drones and air taxis. Challenge submissions will be accepted March 1 – April 30, 2024. Learn more about the challenge and NASA’s ACERO project on the Dream with Us Design Challenge webpage.

University Student Research Challenge - Proposal Due - March 21, 2024 

The newest solicitation window is now open! Join the NASA University Student Research Challenge family and collaborate with peers to contribute to the evolving field of aeronautics! NASA is seeking creative ideas and concepts relevant to NASA Aeronautics from interdisciplinary student teams.
• Receive up to $80,000 to pursue your ideas
• Gain technical and entrepreneurial experience
• Open to all majors and interdisciplinary teams (engineering, business, etc.)
• Interface with NASA experts and receive exposure to the aerospace industry
Proposals for the next round have been extended to
March 21, 2024.

NASA Internships - Applications April 5, 2024

Fall projects are available now. Apply for a NASA internship for the Fall 2024 session. Projects for STEM and non-STEM majors at various NASA centers that offer in person, virtual, and hybrid opportunities are currently available. Get your application in by April 5, 2024, and join NASA experts this fall to find solutions, create new innovations, and break barriers towards a better future.

The International Space University (ISU) Space Studies Program (SSP) - Applications April, 2024

The International Space University (ISU) Space Studies Program (SSP) isn't just education; it's a launchpad to the forefront of the global space industry.

This program uniquely merges space physical and life sciences, engineering, policy, management, satellite applications, and humanities, preparing students for unparalleled opportunities in the space sector. It's about opening doors to an international network and a diversity of perspectives by learning in different global locations each year.

Why it matters: Supporting your students to join the SSP means investing in future leaders capable of making significant contributions to space exploration and development. It's an opportunity to enhance their careers and play a part in the exciting future of space.


Go deeper: Discover more about this transformative experience through the ISU website or introductory videos:
Intro to ISU
Intro to SSP/SSP24
Applications for SSP24 are due by the end of April (soft deadline). Let's empower our students to reach for the stars!

Engagement Opportunities in NASA STEM (EONS 2023)

EONS is an omnibus announcement that includes a range of NASA STEM Engagement opportunities for basic and applied science and technology research and education. Specific opportunities with individual requirements and milestones will be added periodically throughout the year as appendices to this solicitation as funds are made available for new awards. EONS opportunities are announced via the NASA Solicitation and Proposal Integrated Review and Evaluation System (NSPIRES) website and Grants.gov and prospective proposers are required to be registered on NSPIRES. Visit the EONS Grant Forecasting page to view upcoming or newly added opportunities throughout the year.
NASA in Kansas
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