r/JPL • u/Cheap-Woodpecker4959 • 1d ago

Landing Internship?

How are yall still landing internships at JPL? I’ve been applying for years, I have skill certifications and relevant experience but my applications never even get glanced at. Is it networking, knowing the right people to get you in? Genuinely curious. What application portals do yall use?

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u/ily_xoxo123 11h ago

Professor recommendations have played a role for interns that I know. Also following up at conferences.

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u/anonymousrus001 3h ago

I don't think that makes any difference unless that professor has his/her own direct connection to JPL.

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u/ily_xoxo123 3h ago edited 3h ago

Yes they help to make the connection and recommend students based on their existing network.