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New ideas are all around us, but only a few will change the world. That’s our focus at JPL. We ask the biggest questions, then search the universe for answers—literally. We build upon ideas that have guided generations, then share our discoveries to inspire generations to come. Your mission—your opportunity—is to seek out the answers that bring us one step closer. If you’re driven to discover, create, and inspire something that lasts a lifetime and beyond, you’re ready for JPL.
Located in Pasadena, California, JPL has a campus-like environment situated on 177 acres in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains and offers a work environment unlike any other: we inspire passion, foster innovation, build collaboration, and reward excellence.
This outstanding opportunity is part of the Systems Engineering Division which provides formulation, systems engineering, system integration and testing, and information engineering at various levels of flight projects and across the lab.
As an Undergraduate Summer Intern (SUM) supporting the Systems Engineering Division 31, you will assist with business operations including records management, financial budgets, analytical assessments, forecasting, trend analysis, facilities, and property management. You will prepare and learn to present the monthly/quarterly service center reports to section and division management. You will prepare and learn how to support Sections within the Division on ad-hoc assignments.
Your responsibilities include:
JPL has a catalog of benefits and perks that span from the traditional to the unique. This includes a variety of health, dental, vision, wellbeing, and retirement plans, paid time off, learning, rideshare, childcare, flexible schedule, parental leave and many more. Our focus is on work-life balance, and living healthy, fulfilling lives as we Dare Mighty Things Together. For benefits eligible positions, benefits are effective the first day of the month coincident with or immediately following the employee’s start date.
For further benefits information click Benefits and Perks
The hiring range displayed below is specifically for those who will work in or reside in the location listed. In extending an offer, Jet Propulsion Laboratory considers factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s job related skills, experience, knowledge, and relevant education/training. Hiring range for this job may be adjusted based on primary work location outside of Pasadena, California. This adjusted range will be provided to candidates by the Recruiter when applicable.
The typical full time equivalent annual hiring range for this job in Pasadena, California.
$0 - $0 see information above
JPL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status or any other characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state or local law.
In addition, JPL is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
EEO is the Law.
EEO is the Law Supplement
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The Jet Propulsion Laboratory is a federal facility. Due to rules imposed by NASA, JPL will not accept applications from citizens of designated countries or those born in a designated country unless they are U.S. Citizens, Legal Permanent Residents of the U.S or have other protected status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). The Designated Countries List is available here.
New ideas are all around us, but only a few will change the world. That’s our focus at JPL. We ask the biggest questions, then search the universe for answers—literally. We build upon ideas that have guided generations, then share our discoveries to inspire generations to come. Your mission—your opportunity—is to seek out the answers that bring us one step closer. If you’re driven to discover, create, and inspire something that lasts a lifetime and beyond, you’re ready for JPL.
Located in Pasadena, California, JPL has a campus-like environment situated on 177 acres in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains and offers a work environment unlike any other: we inspire passion, foster innovation, build collaboration, and reward excellence.
This outstanding opportunity is part of the Systems Engineering Division which provides formulation, systems engineering, system integration and testing, and information engineering at various levels of flight projects and across the lab.
As an Undergraduate Summer Intern (SUM) supporting the Systems Engineering Division 31, you will assist with business operations including records management, financial budgets, analytical assessments, forecasting, trend analysis, facilities, and property management. You will prepare and learn to present the monthly/quarterly service center reports to section and division management. You will prepare and learn how to support Sections within the Division on ad-hoc assignments.
Your responsibilities include:
- Working with Division and Section business teams to research and populate Division 31’s Information Map
- Identifying and routinely using the most effective, cost efficient and best business practices to implement processes; continually evaluating their efficiency and appropriateness.
- Exercising judgment in planning, prioritizing and performing work; monitoring performance and reports status within area of responsibility.
- Assuring the quality of services meets internal and external customer requirements.
- May represent organization and resolve issues/determine priorities related to the above.
- Maintain, collate, assemble and prepare a variety of information, reports and records; may assist with coordination of organizational projects and/or collection of related information.
- Run and create standard reports using a variety of software programs.
- Scan inventory items and updates inventory database (manual or electronic).
- Must be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
- Must have at least 1 semester or quarter remaining to complete degree.
- Must be able to work full-time (40 hours per week) for 12 weeks during the summer of 2025.
- Must have minimum cumulative 3.0 out of 4.0 GPA.
- Knowledge in one or more of the following areas: business administration, finance, budgeting, workforce planning, computer science, acquisitions and human resources.
- Completed coursework with exposure to standard principals, theories concepts and techniques in business, accounting, financial analysis, forecasting/trend analysis, budgeting and reporting.
- Proficient Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel [pivot tables, macros, advanced functions], PowerPoint, Access, Outlook).
- A self-starter with the ability to work independently and apply judgment in planning, prioritizing, and completing tasks.
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
- Strong customer service, philosophy, background, and utmost professionalism in interfacing with all levels of personnel.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Prior internship experience in related business areas.
- Ability to perform routine tasks with a creative and enthusiastic approach
JPL has a catalog of benefits and perks that span from the traditional to the unique. This includes a variety of health, dental, vision, wellbeing, and retirement plans, paid time off, learning, rideshare, childcare, flexible schedule, parental leave and many more. Our focus is on work-life balance, and living healthy, fulfilling lives as we Dare Mighty Things Together. For benefits eligible positions, benefits are effective the first day of the month coincident with or immediately following the employee’s start date.
For further benefits information click Benefits and Perks
The hiring range displayed below is specifically for those who will work in or reside in the location listed. In extending an offer, Jet Propulsion Laboratory considers factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s job related skills, experience, knowledge, and relevant education/training. Hiring range for this job may be adjusted based on primary work location outside of Pasadena, California. This adjusted range will be provided to candidates by the Recruiter when applicable.
The typical full time equivalent annual hiring range for this job in Pasadena, California.
$0 - $0 see information above
JPL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status or any other characteristic or condition protected by Federal, state or local law.
In addition, JPL is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
EEO is the Law.
EEO is the Law Supplement
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The Jet Propulsion Laboratory is a federal facility. Due to rules imposed by NASA, JPL will not accept applications from citizens of designated countries or those born in a designated country unless they are U.S. Citizens, Legal Permanent Residents of the U.S or have other protected status under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). The Designated Countries List is available here.
Salary : $19 - $27
