JPL Summer Internship Program (JPLSIP)
The JPL Summer Internship Program immerses undergraduates and graduates in hands-on science and engineering research at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, with mentorship and professional development at Caltech.
Funder: California Institute of Technology
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (project plan submission due 2 weeks prior to JPLSIP start)
Funding Amounts: Internship funding for undergraduates and graduates; recent comparable JPL summer stipends ~$9,600 for 10 weeks
Summary: Summer research internships at JPL for undergraduate and graduate students, with Caltech support and optional campus housing.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity—dates and details may shift; check the program page for updates.
Description
The JPL Summer Internship Program (JPLSIP) provides undergraduate and graduate students with the opportunity to participate in summer research internships at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL). The program immerses students in hands-on research projects across science and engineering disciplines, with the option to live on the Caltech campus and join a vibrant research community. Administrative support is provided by Caltech’s Student-Faculty Programs office. Participants benefit from mentorship by JPL staff, academic and professional development activities, and exposure to real-world research environments.
