Dates, Deadlines, Stipends, and More
The 2026 program dates are June 1 through July 31, 2026.
Applications for the 2026 intern program will be accepted from January 5 through January 23, 2026.
Letters of Recommendation will be accepted through February 2, 2026.
SASP Cohorts Slideshow
2024 Space Astronomy Summer Program
2023 Space Astronomy Summer Program
2022 Space Astronomy Summer Program
2021 Space Astronomy Summer Program
2020 Space Astronomy Summer Program
2019 Space Astronomy Summer Program
2018 Space Astronomy Summer Program
2017 Space Astronomy Summer Program
2016 Space Astronomy Summer Program
2015 Space Astronomy Summer Program
2014 Space Astronomy Summer Program
2013 Space Astronomy Summer Program
Stipends and Subsidies
The stipend for the 2026 program is $880 per week, which is comparable to other astronomical summer internships in the U.S. Travel and housing assistance will be provided for the 2026 SASP.
Applications
The application website is now closed.
Visas
Students who are non-U.S. citizens will need a visa to work in the U.S. regardless of where their college or university is located. We provide assistance to qualified international applicants in the acquisition of appropriate visas and other work documents required to work at STScI. If you are accepted, our Human Resources department will contact you to provide assistance in obtaining a work visa.
Our Location
Learn more about where STScI is located, the Baltimore area, or find directions.
Have questions? Review frequently asked questions or contact us: saspinfo@stsci.edu.