NASA Armstrong Internship 2026: Data Analytics Role in California (Edwards AFB) Apply Now!

p>NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC) in Edwards, California, has announced a thrilling opportunity for data enthusiasts. They are seeking a Data Analytics Intern for the Summer 2026 session to support the Flight Demonstrations and Capabilities (FDC) team.

This is an in-person, full-time internship (400 hours). You will be working directly with data related to cutting-edge aircraft, including the quiet supersonic X-59 (Quesst), F-15s, and F-18s. If you are a US Citizen with strong Excel and Power BI skills, this is your chance to turn raw data into mission-critical insights. Registration opens December 15, 2025.

Internship Overview & Key Details

Detail	Information
Organization	NASA Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC)
Role	Data Analytics Intern
Location	Edwards, California (In-Person)
Session	Summer 2026
Citizenship	US Citizens Only
Deadline	27 February 2026

Role Responsibilities: What Will You Do?

You won't just be staring at spreadsheets; you will be telling the story of flight research through data. Your work will support technical, financial, and risk assessments for major flight projects. Core responsibilities include:

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• Dashboard Creation: You will build data-driven dashboards (using Power BI) to provide real-time status updates on project elements.
• Automation: You will link raw data from MS Project and Excel to automatically update PowerPoint slides, ensuring leadership always sees current data.
• AI Integration: As a bonus, you may get to use AI tools (like ChatGPT GOV) to generate summaries and highlights from emails and team sources.
• Metric Development: You will assist in developing metrics to measure the quality and performance of project execution.

Eligibility and Mandatory Requirements

NASA is looking for creative and motivated applicants. The eligibility is broad regarding academic level, but strict on citizenship.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Citizenship: You must be a United States Citizen.
• Academic Level: Open to Undergraduates (Freshman through Senior), Graduate Students (Master's/PhD), and even Post-Docs.
• Technical Skills:
  • Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables).
  • Power BI and PowerPoint.
  • Familiarity with MS Project and Databases.
  • Tableau is desired but not mandatory.
• Soft Skills: You need to be a self-starter with a passion for data storytelling and good communication skills.

Preferred Majors

While open to STEM, the preferred majors include: Computer Science, Data Processing, Engineering (Aerospace, Systems, Civil), Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, and Business Management.

How to Apply

The application window is strictly defined. Mark these dates:

• Registration Opens: December 15, 2025.
• Registration Closes: February 27, 2026.

To apply, you must visit the NASA STEM Gateway and search for Opportunity ID: 023435.

Official Application Link: Click Here to Apply via NASA Internships