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SEES High School Summer Intern Program

Science
Engineering
Computer Science
Leadership

University of Texas Center for Space Research

Austin, TX6 weeks (July 5-18, 2026 on-site, with prior distance learning modules May 15-July 1)Deadline passed

The SEES High School Summer Intern Program is a nationally competitive STEM internship hosted by the University of Texas Center for Space Research that gives motivated high school students the opportunity to conduct authentic NASA research alongside scientists, engineers, and industry professionals. The program runs from mid-May through late July, combining distance learning modules, remote mentored project work, and a two-week on-site internship experience in Austin, Texas. Interns present their findings at a virtual science symposium, gaining real experience communicating research to a scientific audience. It is one of the most rigorous and prestigious STEM opportunities available to high school students with a passion for space science and exploration.

Visit csr.utexas.edu

Skills You'll Build

Data Analysis

Making sense of numbers and datasets to find patterns, test ideas, and support decisions.

Scientific Research

Designing studies, testing hypotheses, and drawing evidence-based conclusions.

Programming

Writing code to build software, automate tasks, or bring an idea to life on a screen.

Problem Solving

Breaking down a challenge and working through it methodically to a solution.

Team Leadership

Guiding a group toward a shared goal and keeping everyone moving together.

Related Careers

Aerospace Engineer

Students analyze NASA mission data and work on aerospace projects aligned with national priorities.

Data Scientist

Interns focus on data analysis and visualization across multiple NASA mission datasets.

Software Engineer

Python distance learning modules and data analysis work build programming and technical skills.

Environmental Scientist

Projects include Earth systems and natural hazards research using satellite geodesy and remote sensing.

Physicist

Interns engage in authentic research across disciplines including quantum pathways and gravity field studies.

Quick Facts

Grade Levels
High school
Format
Hybrid
Time Commitment
6 weeks full-time on-site plus prior distance learning
Competitiveness
Highly Selective
Best For
STEM-focused aspiring researchers

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