Description

Selected candidates will attend a bootcamp, receive mentorship, and deliver a capstone project; they will also have opportunities to share findings and train civil servants on new tools and methods.

Participants will apply AI/ML expertise to solve complex, real‑world problems with national impact, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and train on NASA platforms such as Google Cloud Platform, K‑Cluster, and Azure while gaining experience in federal workflows.

• Work directly with NASA scientists, engineers, and civil servants.
• Integrate cutting‑edge AI/ML techniques into mission‑critical research and federal operations.
• Participate in a bootcamp, receive mentorship, and deliver a capstone project.
• Share findings and train civil servants on new AI/ML tools and methods.
• Use NASA platforms including Google Cloud Platform, K‑Cluster, and Azure.

Requirements

NASA Langley Research Center is seeking high‑performing students with expertise in artificial intelligence and machine learning to join the AiTHENA Initiative (Artificial Intelligence Training and Hands‑on Experience at NASA). As an AiTHENA Research Associate you will work directly alongside NASA scientists, engineers, and civil servants to embed cutting‑edge AI/ML techniques into mission‑driven research and federal business operations.

Required qualifications include current enrollment in a PhD, Master’s or undergraduate program in Computer Science, Data Science or a related field, a focus on AI/ML techniques, strong technical and problem‑solving skills, excellent communication, interest in public service, U.S. citizenship or permanent residency, and residency or enrollment at a four‑year institution in Alabama.

Desired qualifications are graduate‑level study in AI/ML‑related fields and a reasonable commuting distance to NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, VA.

• Eligible students: currently enrolled in CS, Data Science or related PhD/Master/undergrad programs with AI/ML focus; U.S. citizen or permanent resident; Alabama resident or student.
• Preferred candidates: graduate‑level AI/ML focus and within commuting distance to Hampton, VA.

Benefits

The position is a paid 10‑week assignment offering $12–$27 per hour depending on education and work location. On‑site work in Hampton, VA is strongly preferred, though telework may be considered case‑by‑case for qualified applicants.

AMA offers competitive salaries, a 401(k) matching plan with immediate vesting, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, short/long‑term disability, and medical, dental and vision coverage, and emphasizes a collaborative, supportive work environment and equal‑opportunity employment.

• 10‑week paid research assignment ($12‑$27/hr) on AI/ML at NASA Langley.
• AMA benefits: competitive salary, 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, health/dental/vision insurance, disability plans, and an inclusive work culture.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance