{"id":41534,"date":"2024-03-05T08:30:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-05T13:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/?migration=converted-node-458570"},"modified":"2024-03-27T15:13:30","modified_gmt":"2024-03-27T19:13:30","slug":"10-ways-students-can-prepare-to-beanastronaut","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/learning-resources\/10-ways-students-can-prepare-to-beanastronaut\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Ways Students Can Prepare to #BeAnAstronaut"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10 Ways Students Can Prepare to #BeAnAstronaut<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to #BeAnAstronaut, but don\u2019t know where to start? Here are some ways you can kick-start your journey! Even if you don\u2019t qualify to #BeAnAstronaut \u2014 yet \u2014 within <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/learning-resources\/stem-engagement\/\">NASA\u2019s Office of STEM Engagement<\/a>, or OSTEM, there are ways to get involved with NASA\u2019s missions. Check out the top 10 ways to #BeAnAstronaut:<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"\" class=\"hds-media hds-module wp-block-image\"><div class=\"margin-left-auto margin-right-auto nasa-block-align-inline\"><div class=\"hds-media-wrapper margin-left-auto margin-right-auto\"><figure class=\"hds-media-inner hds-cover-wrapper hds-media-ratio-none \"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/30016892407_445818ed60_o.jpg\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"985\" height=\"632\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/30016892407_445818ed60_o.jpg?w=985\" class=\"attachment-2048x2048 size-2048x2048\" alt=\"NASA astronaut candidate Loral OHara answers a question in the Webb Auditorium at NASA Headquarters in Washington. #BeAnAstronaut\" style=\"transform: scale(1); transform-origin: 50% 50%; object-position: 50% 50%; object-fit: cover;\" block_context=\"nasa-block\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/30016892407_445818ed60_o.jpg 985w, https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/30016892407_445818ed60_o.jpg?resize=300,192 300w, https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/30016892407_445818ed60_o.jpg?resize=768,493 768w, https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/30016892407_445818ed60_o.jpg?resize=400,257 400w, https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/30016892407_445818ed60_o.jpg?resize=600,385 600w, https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/30016892407_445818ed60_o.jpg?resize=900,577 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 985px) 100vw, 985px\" loading=\"eager\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <strong>Apply for NASA internships. <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Becoming an intern is the perfect way to get your start with NASA. Several astronauts started out as interns! Astronaut <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/people\/jessica-watkins\/\">Jessica Watkins <\/a>was selected as a NASA intern while both an undergraduate and graduate student. \u201cThose experiences were really what helped shape me as a scientist and an explorer,\u201d Watkins said, crediting the hands-on experiences she had the opportunity to be a part of during her internships. Interested in applying? More information can be found at: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/learning-resources\/internship-programs\/\">intern.nasa.gov <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Participate in Artemis Student Challenges. <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/learning-resources\/nasa-stem-opportunities-activities\/\">Artemis Student Challenges<\/a> contribute directly to NASA\u2019s mission? Student Launch, the Human Exploration Rover Challenge, Spacesuit User Interface Technologies for Students (S.U.I.T.S.), Lunabotics, Micro-g Neutral Buoyancy Experiment Design Teams (Micro-G NExT), First Nations Launch and the Big Idea Challenge vary in mission and education levels (middle school to college), and encompass many elements of the Artemis program. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/learning-resources\/nasa-stem-opportunities-activities\/\">Artemis Student Challenges<\/a> allow you to be creative, take what you have learned in the classroom and apply it to existing space exploration challenges.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <strong>Subscribe to NASA EXPRESS.<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay informed about what\u2019s going on inside NASA! <em>NASA EXPRESS<\/em> is a weekly newsletter featuring updates and opportunities from NASA and the STEM Engagement community. <em>NASA EXPRESS is <\/em>a great resource for students to explore various STEM opportunities beyond the walls of the classroom. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/learning-resources\/nasa-express-newsletter-sign-up\/\">Sign up<\/a> today! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Attend ASTRO CAMP\u00ae or Space Camp. <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you a young explorer? Sharpen your skills at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/stennis\/stem-engagement-at-stennis\/nasa-accp\/\">NASA\u2019s ASTRO CAMP\u00ae<\/a> at Stennis Space Center. NASA astronaut <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/people\/kathleen-kate-rubins\/\">Kate Rubins<\/a> launched to the International Space Station in 2016, but before that she attended a space camp in the seventh grade after saving up her chore money to attend. Rubins dreamed of becoming an astronaut as a child, and left camp knowing she had to take as many math and science courses as she could to make her dream a reality<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. <strong>Learn What it Really Takes to Become an Astronaut! <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many myths and misconceptions about what it takes to #BeAnAstronaut. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/humans-in-space\/astronauts\/astronaut-selection-program\/\">Educate yourself on the facts and requirements<\/a>, and prepare for an out-of-this-world experience \u2014 literally. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. <strong>A Variety of Career Paths Can Take You to Space: Find One You Love!<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p> Keep an open mind! You don\u2019t have to be an engineer or take a specific path to #<br> BeAnAstronaut. NASA astronauts come from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/playlist?list=PLTUZypZ67cdu_T8tlPUSdbyyfKDwJL_6E\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">all walks of life<\/a> \u2014 teachers, doctors, biologists, geologists, service members and more! The most recent class of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/humans-in-space\/astronauts\/\">astronauts<\/a> reflect this level of diversity. Above all else, make sure you love what you do.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. <strong>Stay Active. <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Physical fitness is a big part of astronaut training and daily life in space. Aboard the International Space Station, astronauts exercise two hours per day to keep their bones strong in the microgravity environment. Keep up a healthy lifestyle and workout<br> regiment, or try a new sport! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/stem-content\/train-like-an-astronaut\/\">Learn more about how astronauts stay in shape here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. <strong>Participate in Science and Engineering Fairs. <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Take time to showcase your hard work and ingenuity outside the classroom. Science and engineering fairs are a great way to not only show off your work, but get inspired by those around you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. <strong>Apply to Graduate and Professional Schools or a Pilot Training Program. <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Plan for your future. If you want to #BeAnAstronaut, obtaining a high-level degree is a must. Astronauts must complete a master\u2019s degree in a STEM field, be working toward a doctorate, or hold a doctorate in medicine or osteopathic medicine. Apply for graduate school and take the next step in your education, preparing for life in space. Another way to qualify is through the completion of an accredited test pilot school program. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. <strong>Enroll in STEM classes and clubs. <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not quite at the collegiate or postgraduate level? It\u2019s never too early to get involved in STEM and take those first steps towards an out-of-this-world career. Choose science, math and programming classes that align with your goals, and join STEM-related clubs and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/learning-resources\/nasa-stem-opportunities-activities\/\">activities outside of the classroom<\/a>. If your school or community does not offer a club for what you are interested in, start one! <\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"\" class=\"hds-media hds-module wp-block-image\"><div class=\"margin-left-auto margin-right-auto nasa-block-align-inline\"><div class=\"hds-media-wrapper margin-left-auto margin-right-auto\"><figure class=\"hds-media-inner hds-cover-wrapper hds-media-ratio-none \"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/sl.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/sl.jpg?w=2048\" class=\"attachment-2048x2048 size-2048x2048\" alt=\"Two students standing next to exhibit giving a thumbs up\" style=\"transform: scale(1); transform-origin: 50% 50%; object-position: 50% 50%; object-fit: cover;\" block_context=\"nasa-block\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/sl.jpg 3600w, https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/sl.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/sl.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/sl.jpg?resize=1024,683 1024w, https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/sl.jpg?resize=1536,1024 1536w, https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/sl.jpg?resize=2048,1365 2048w, https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/sl.jpg?resize=400,267 400w, https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/sl.jpg?resize=600,400 600w, https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/sl.jpg?resize=900,600 900w, https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/sl.jpg?resize=1200,800 1200w, https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/sl.jpg?resize=2000,1333 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p>As NASA continues to move forward with the Artemis program and astronaut recruitment, you, the future STEM workforce could one day take us to distant worlds, are a major part of that. Through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/learning-resources\/search\/\">OSTEM\u2019s variety of resources<\/a>, you are welcome to join us on this journey as we move forward to the Moon \u2026 and beyond. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more NASA STEM updates, follow us <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/NASASTEM?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor\" rel=\"noopener\">@NASASTEM on X<\/a> .<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"\" class=\"nasa-gb-align-full width-full maxw-full padding-x-3 padding-y-0 hds-module hds-module-full wp-block-nasa-blocks-related-articles\">\t\t<section class=\"hds-related-articles padding-x-0 padding-y-3 desktop:padding-top-7 desktop:padding-bottom-9\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"w-100 grid-row grid-container maxw-widescreen padding-0 text-align-left\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"margin-bottom-4\"><h2 style=\"max-width: 100%;\" class=\"width-full w-full maxw-full\">Explore More<\/h2><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"grid-row grid-container maxw-widescreen padding-0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"grid-col-12 desktop:grid-col-4 margin-bottom-4 desktop:margin-bottom-0 desktop:padding-right-3\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/centers-and-facilities\/wallops\/nasas-wallops-flight-facility-to-launch-student-experiments\/\" class=\"color-carbon-black\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"margin-bottom-2\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"hds-cover-wrapper cover-hover-zoom bg-carbon-black minh-mobile\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"hds-media-background  \"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nasa.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/wff-2023-068-004.jpg?w=300\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"\" style=\"transform: scale(1); 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Here are some ways you can kick-start your journey! Even if you don\u2019t qualify to #BeAnAstronaut \u2014 yet \u2014 within NASA\u2019s Office of STEM Engagement, or OSTEM, there are ways to get involved with NASA\u2019s missions. 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