NASA invites recent graduates to join its dynamic workforce, offering roles that contribute to groundbreaking space missions. Applicants can participate in a one-year development program with potential for full-time positions, emphasizing a culture of innovation and collaboration. Comprehensive benefits and a commitment to learning and professional growth make NASA an exciting career choice for those looking to shape the future of space exploration.

1. National Aeronautics and
Space Administration
Someone like you could work
for any company on the planet.
But why stop there?
Recent Graduate Careers at NASA

2. The sky’s the limit? Actually, at NASA, the sky’s
just the beginning. Join us. And instead of merely
making your mark, have a hand in making history.
Does that work for you?
Think big picture.
Really big picture.

3. How many companies have sent
their products to Mars or Jupiter
or beyond? Or will give you a job
description that says, “Do the
impossible?” Match your ambition
with a mission that truly deserves it.
Our Workforce
Our Locations
You don’t land a rover on Mars by
If you promise us hard work and
Interplanetary assignments aren’t on this list yet, but that doesn’t
alike. We’re planning on making
of respect, equal opportunity, trust,
in Washington, D.C. and we have 10 centers and component
hiring a bunch of people that think
some pretty major innovations over
the next few years, and we need a
workforce that’s creative, daring,
diverse, and smart, to do it.
bold ideas, we promise you a culture
mean your options are limited. Our operations are headquartered
communication and empowerment.
installations across the nation with unique focuses and programs.
integrity are valued as highly as
Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CA
Dryden Flight Research Center, Edwards, CA
Glenn Research Center, Cleveland, OH
Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, MD
Johnson Space Center, Houston, TX
Kennedy Space Center, FL
At NASA, safety, teamwork and
mission success.
Apply your skills and knowledge to real, fast-moving programs
The Benefits of Thinking Big Picture
the first six years of your career perfecting a bolt. You’ll be
Becoming one of the next generation’s most important engineers,
Langley Research Center, Hampton, VA
scientists, business people or other professionals is a big responsibility.
Marshall Space Flight Center, AL
That’s why NASA sees learning as a life-long process, and has the
NASA Headquarters, Washington, D.C.
And you’ll do it alongside some of the nation’s top scientists,
development benefits to make that a reality. From tuition assistance to
Stennis Space Center, MS
world. Leadership, innovation and imagination aren’t buzzwords here.
sure you’re growing at the pace of our innovations.
To get more information about our centers
and learn about future career opportunities,
visit nasabigpicture.com
and research from the time you start. At NASA, you won’t spend
bringing our next major success to life, right away.
engineers, financial, acquisition and business professionals in the
They’re what we trade in.
leadership training, cross-center and academia opportunities, we make
On top of that, you’ll have comprehensive federal benefits
to support a healthy, full life, including:
Retirement, health and life insurance benefits
Fitness and recreational facilities
Flexible work schedules and telecommuting opportunities
Transportation subsidies (where applicable)
Sick/annual leave and 10 paid holidays
Being able to tell your friends and family you work at NASA

4. Even the most unbelievable pieces
of technology on Earth have one
drawback. They’re stuck on Earth.
Kick off your career making history
and influencing the future at NASA.
Recent Graduate Opportunities
The federal government’s new Pathways Program is your starting
point for a career at NASA. Successful applicants will join a
dynamic one-year development program. You’ll do more than gain
valuable work experience. You’ll join a group of peers in fueling
the next era of jaw-dropping technologies.
And if you enjoy being a pioneer and carrying humanity’s next
great capabilities on your shoulders, you could be converted to
a full time position after your first year.
Think big picture.
Learn more about your future with NASA
at nasabigpicture.com
www.nasa.gov
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