Job Opportunities
NASA Develop Program
May 14, 2025
NASA DEVELOP is currently recruiting for research and science communication positions for the Fall 2025 term, which are open to current students, recent graduates, and transitioning/early career professionals. The application window for Fall 2025 positions closes Friday, June 13th. Please pass information about the program along to those who may be interested.
NASA DEVELOP is an applied science, capacity-building program in NASA's Earth Science Division. In collaboration with partner organizations, NASA DEVELOP conducts 10-week feasibility studies that address local, state, and national environmental and policy concerns using data collected by NASA's Earth-observing fleet of satellites. NASA DEVELOP operates at ten locations across the country at NASA Centers and other regional locations.
As a capacity-building program, DEVELOP offers program participants opportunities to learn about Earth science and cultivate research, collaboration, and science communication skills. NASA DEVELOP research teams are interdisciplinary and built around members from diverse backgrounds, differing skill levels in Earth science research and science communication, and the unique experiences and strengths each participant brings to a team. No previous research experience in Earth science is necessary for these positions, and applicants with backgrounds in other fields of study are encouraged to apply.
Details about this opportunity and how to apply can be found at https://appliedsciences.nasa.gov/nasadevelop. Applications for the Fall 2025 term (September 15th – November 21st) are due by Friday, June 13th, with recommendations due June 27th. Weekly work schedules are flexible Monday through Thursday, but applicants should be able to commit to 20 – 29 hours of work per week during the project term. These positions are paid on an hourly basis, and pay rates are determined by education level and geographic location. A full list of planned projects with their associated NASA DEVELOP locations can be found on our website. Please note that some DEVELOP locations allow for in-person opportunities while others are virtual. For virtual locations, all accepted participants must work remotely from within the United States. Non-US citizens are welcome to apply to all virtual projects and in-person projects at certain locations.