I'd love to work with NASA, but I've only completed my...

Answer by rogue
Submitted on 5/12/2005
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Do not take this as absolute, because there may be special considerations that I am unaware of, however, for most positions with the U.S. Federal Government (under which NASA falls), you must be a United States citizen. A lot of times, processing people from other countries for positions that require security clearances or background checks is prohibitively expensive in terms of time and resources, although that doesn't necessarily discount you completely. As NASA falls under OPM (the Office of Personnel Management), you might want to look here (http://www.opm.gov/employ/html/non_cit.asp) for more information. HOWEVER, although the NASA website specifies that "you must be a US citizen to be eligible for these positions," I know that they have special programs with students and I am fairly sure they have included students from Canada in the past. India, I do not know about as I have never had an Indian associate attempt to work for NASA; however, NASA seems to work hand-in-hand with other countries, so it follows that there may be an "in" for you as well. I know that NASA hires people with degrees similar to your own, so your graduation is a step in the right direction. Preference seems to be for those with masters level or above, but I have known of people going to work at NASA with a BSc-level degree at least on an internship basis. I would suggest that you find an area you are interested in (do you like programming? Would you prefer to work in computer forensics?) and begin building experience in those areas. Then, write a passionate letter to NASA explaining your situation, your extreme interest in working with them, and ask them to offer suggestions as to how to achieve your goals. You might find that you have to obtain U.S. citizenship (for that, you might want to check this out: http://uscis.gov/graphics/index.htm), but I would certainly contact them before vesting time and money in this if you will be precluded anyways. I know that, for natural-born U.S. citizens, the process for working with NASA is much easier. You will certainly get a better idea of what they want by asking them directly. :) However, if you don't get the reception you want, I encourage you to keep at it. It's a large organization and you never know what opportunities might be there, hidden. I wish you the best of luck.

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Question by kiran
Submitted on 12/8/2003
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I'd love to work with NASA, but I've only completed my graduation in computers(BSc.Applied Sciences. Computer Technology)in India. My only dream is to work with NASA, I'm fascinated with their approach & expertise. I'm not quite sure if my graduation would help me get there? or is there a criteria that has to be adopted & worked upon? please let me know if there is any & what do I have to do?. I'm from a middle-class family & will do my best to abide by your norms....just as long as I could squeeze my way into my paradise- NASA!

Answer by avishek
Submitted on 9/29/2004
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search in google and contect with nasa

Answer by Tehtena
Submitted on 4/7/2005
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I am going to graduate in 2005 from high school and I have a hard time of choosing colleges. I want to be an astronaut but I don't know what to do now.

Answer by shaid
Submitted on 6/27/2005
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you are doing your best keep going

Answer by Ram
Submitted on 10/11/2005
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Hello, I have a passion to explore the Space and trying to find a way to get into this industry. I finished my UG in Electronics and Communication engineering in the year 2000. Appreciate your early suggestions. Thanks Ram.

Answer by NITIN
Submitted on 2/13/2006
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I am going to become a Mechanical Engineer.I am interested to work for NASA. Tell me how to pursue my dream?

Answer by ELMAMUT
Submitted on 4/22/2006
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HI MY NAME IS JOSE AND MY ANSWER IS THIS. I LIKE WORK IN THE NASA ,IS POSSIBLE RECEIVED INFORMATION ? THANKS. MY E-MAIL IS PUCHO_SNK_05@HOTMAIL.COM

Answer by Ali
Submitted on 4/28/2006
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Kiran i also wanted to work with NASA a long time ago but my dream was shattered when i was told that NASA only accepts the cream of the crop but dont be dishearted u can always try ure luck at NASA Recruitment

Answer by aj 420
Submitted on 11/18/2006
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go to nasa and apply, if you couldn't figure that out you probably shouldn't go

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