Are you ready to take the next step in your career with a life-changing internship in the United States? The applications for the 2025 LPI Summer Internship are now open! The Lunar and Planetary Institute (LPI) is offering an exciting, fully-funded 10-week summer internship in Planetary Science. This prestigious program provides students with the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research, learn from renowned planetary scientists, and explore exciting career paths in this fascinating field. Whether you're from the U.S. or anywhere in the world, you are eligible to apply!
Interns will have the chance to work at either the Lunar and Planetary Institute or the NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. For the 2025 internship, approximately 50 students from across the globe will be selected. This program covers all major expenses, including travel, stipend, housing, and living costs. More details are provided below.
LPI Summer Internship 2025 Details:
- Country: United States
- Internship Duration: 10 weeks (June 2–August 8, 2025)
- Financial Coverage: Fully funded
- Deadline to Apply: December 12, 2024
Internship Location:
Interns will be based either at the Lunar and Planetary Institute (LPI) or at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas.
Financial Benefits:
The LPI Summer Internship offers a financial package totaling $8,056, which includes:
- Airfare: Round-trip tickets
- Stipend: For personal expenses
- Housing: Costs are paid directly to the vendor
- Living expenses
Additionally, interns who successfully complete the program and meet all requirements will receive an extra $1,500 bonus allowance.
Preferred Majors:
While the program encourages applications from students in Physical or Natural Sciences, Engineering, Computer Science, or Mathematics, students from all eligible disciplines are welcome to apply.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Open to applicants worldwide
- Undergraduate students who have completed at least 50 semester hours of credit
- U.S. citizens are also eligible
- No IELTS required
Application Requirements:
- Complete the online application form
- Submit 2-3 reference letters
- Provide official transcripts
- Proof of English proficiency, which can be demonstrated through one of the following:
- TOEFL score
- IELTS score
- A letter from your institution confirming your English language skills
How to Apply:
All applications must be submitted through the online portal. Paper applications are not accepted. To apply, visit the official website of the LPI Summer Internship Program.
Click Here to Apply for the LPI Internship
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to advance your career in planetary science. Apply now and take your place among the world's next generation of scientists!
