3 Ways Students Can Get Involved With Artemis

NASA's Artemis program offers exciting opportunities for students to contribute to lunar exploration.

Mar. 25, 2026 at 8:02am

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NASA's Artemis program aims to establish a sustainable lunar presence, unlock new scientific discoveries, and develop technologies for spaceflight to Mars and beyond. As America launches this new era of space exploration, NASA and its partners offer exciting opportunities for students to get involved in the mission and strengthen the future workforce through internships, competitions, and more.

Why it matters

Engaging students in Artemis helps build the next generation of space explorers and innovators. By providing hands-on experience and mentorship, NASA internships and other student programs prepare young people for careers in the aerospace industry and foster a lifelong passion for space exploration.

The details

NASA Internships enable U.S. college students to contribute to Artemis through their work on projects supporting lunar exploration, spacecraft systems, and the cutting-edge technology development that makes deep space missions possible. As NASA interns, students gain hands-on experience that builds technical skills, connections, and career readiness. Interns collaborate with agency professionals and receive guidance from supportive mentors, all while tackling authentic challenges posed by advanced spaceflight.

  • NASA's Artemis program was launched in 2022.

The players

Michael Svara

An intern in the Exploration Propulsion Systems Group in the Flight Operations Division at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston.

NASA

The United States National Aeronautics and Space Administration, an independent agency of the executive branch of the United States federal government responsible for the civilian space program, as well as aeronautics and space research.

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What’s next

NASA continues to offer a variety of internship and student engagement opportunities related to the Artemis program, with new openings posted regularly on the agency's website.

The takeaway

By providing hands-on experience and mentorship, NASA's Artemis-related internships and student programs are helping to build the next generation of space explorers and innovators, preparing young people for careers in the aerospace industry and fostering a lifelong passion for space exploration.