About this opportunity
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This project would focus on developing a lightweight, practical framework for governing the use of AI tools within the IV&V Program. The goal is not to write a comprehensive policy, but to help translate existing agency-level guidance into something that makes sense for day-to-day operations in a mission assurance context. The intern would explore questions like: What types of tasks could AI reasonably support? What data should never be exposed? And where should human oversight always be required? The desired outcome is a clear, easy-to-understand set of guiding principles and decision aids that help leaders and engineers make informed choices about AI use. This framework should enable thoughtful experimentation while reinforcing IV&V’s commitment to safety, accountability, and disciplined engineering—setting the stage for future AI pilots without creating confusion or unnecessary risk.
Engagement Type: Internships
Eligible Applicant(s): Student
Academic Level: Undergraduate Freshman; Undergraduate Sophomore; Undergraduate Junior; Undergraduate Senior; Graduate Master’s; Graduate Doctoral
Activity Format: In-person
Citizenship: US Citizen Only
Location: Fairmont, West Virginia
Center: Katherine Johnson IV&V Facility
Preferred Major
Computer & Info Sci & Sup Svcs – Computer Programming/Programmer, General; Computer & Info Sci & Sup Svcs – Computer Science; Computer & Info Sci & Sup Svcs – Computer Software and Media Applications, Other; Computer & Info Sci & Sup Svcs – Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst; Computer & Info Sci & Sup Svcs – Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications; Computer & Info Sci & Sup Svcs – Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other; Computer & Info Sci & Sup Svcs – Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications, General; Computer & Info Sci & Sup Svcs – Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician; Computer & Info Sci & Sup Svcs – Information Science/Studies
Engagement Contact: nasa-internships@mail.nasa.gov
Session: Intern: Summer 2026
Compensation for 10 week period (June 1, 2026 – August 7, 2026)
Undergrad – $8,200
Graduate Students – $9,900
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