NASA’s Earth Action Capacity Building DEVELOP National Program
WHAT IS DEVELOP?
DEVELOP addresses environmental and public policy issues through interdisciplinary research projects that apply the lens of NASA Earth observations to community concerns around the globe. Bridging the gap between NASA Earth science and society, DEVELOP builds capacity in both participants and partner organizations to better prepare them to address the challenges that face our society an d future generations.
Teams of DEVELOP participants partner with decision makers to conduct rapid feasibility projects that highlight relevant applications of Earth observing missions, cultivate advanced skills, and increase understanding of NASA Earth science data and technology.
DEVELOP Spring 2025 Informational Webinar
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
3-4 pm CT
Meeting link HERE
tinyurl link: https://tinyurl.com/pft8r8xu
PARTICIPANT OPPORTUNITIES
Both In-Person & Virtual Opportunities:
» Conduct a 10-week feasibility study w/guidance of DEVELOP Advisors
» Learn to apply Earth observation and geospatial data
» Close daily collaboration with team members
» Engagement with a decision-making partner organization
» Creation of a set of deliverables that communicate the project’s methods and results
» Professional development opportunities & building of “soft” skills
Additional In-Person Opportunities:
» In-person tours, field trips, and meetings
» Access to a variety of onsite resources
» Enhanced team building and networking opportunities
Additional Virtual Opportunities:
» Ability to participate when you are not geographically near a DEVELOP location
» Increased flexibility in the virtual environment (ex. no commute)
ABOUT PROJECTS
DEVELOP projects apply Earth observations and remote-sensing technology to application areas that highlight NASA Earth observation capabilities relative to environmental issues for enhanced policy and decision making. These areas include:
» Agriculture
» Climate
» Disasters
» Ecological Conservation
» Energy & Infrastructure
» Health & Air Quality
» Water Resources
» Wildland Fires
» Urban Development
Click here to view the full two page flyer with information about an example project.
HOW TO APPLY
Anyone 18 and over, who is interested in pursuing experience in the Earth sciences and remote sensing, is welcome to apply. This includes currently enrolled students, recent college graduates, early and transitioning career professionals, and current and former U.S. Military service members. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale at their current or last institution of higher learning.
Apply online at https://appliedsciences.nasa.gov/nasadevelop.
Applications for Spring 2025 participants are due by October 4th! Information about future semester application periods can be found at https://appliedsciences.nasa.gov/what-we-do/capacity-building/develop/apply.