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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.
JPL is seeking a highly motivated college student with intellectual curiosity to join our team and aid in our quest to ensure mission success. In this role you would be a vital team member in a JPL business group.
This unique opportunity is in the Communications, Tracking and Radar Division which provides scientific and technological leadership to fulfill and advance NASA’s needs for deep space and planetary communications, navigational tracking, and radio frequency (RF) remote sensing.
As part of our team, you’ll rotate through several technical areas and contribute to the day-to-day operations that keep our missions moving. We work across finance, data analysis, forecasting, workforce planning, facilities coordination, and property management—and you’ll have a hand in all of it.
What You’ll Do
We value initiative and teamwork, and you’ll have opportunities to:
We’re excited to meet interns who are eager to learn and ready to grow! You should be:
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.
JPL is seeking a highly motivated college student with intellectual curiosity to join our team and aid in our quest to ensure mission success. In this role you would be a vital team member in a JPL business group.
This unique opportunity is in the Communications, Tracking and Radar Division which provides scientific and technological leadership to fulfill and advance NASA’s needs for deep space and planetary communications, navigational tracking, and radio frequency (RF) remote sensing.
As part of our team, you’ll rotate through several technical areas and contribute to the day-to-day operations that keep our missions moving. We work across finance, data analysis, forecasting, workforce planning, facilities coordination, and property management—and you’ll have a hand in all of it.
What You’ll Do
We value initiative and teamwork, and you’ll have opportunities to:
- Support business operations in finance, workforce, safety, and facilities
- Analyze data, create reports, and share findings with team members
- Collaborate on process improvement projects to boost efficiency
- Evaluate and help standardize Microsoft 365 tools across sections
- Manage tasks, track progress, and communicate effectively
- Contribute to our team's commitment to excellence and innovation
We’re excited to meet interns who are eager to learn and ready to grow! You should be:
- Must be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 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
- Minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
- Familiar with topics like budgeting, forecasting, HR, or data analysis
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office, especially Excel (pivot tables, macros), PowerPoint, and Outlook
- A clear communicator with strong attention to detail
- Curious, collaborative, and enthusiastic about solving problems
- Able to work independently while contributing to team goals
- Previous internship or work experience in a business-related setting
- A creative mindset and willingness to bring new ideas to the table
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
