NASA L' SPACE Program

L'SPACE is building America's workforce, one semester at a time!

Through our innovative, interactive virtual academies and advanced professional development opportunities — including paid internships and the Asteroid Ambassador Program — we are equipping students for successful careers in STEM and empowering early-career professionals to enhance their skills and expertise.

For more information on our programs and to find out how YOU can become a leader in STEM today, visit www.LSPACE.asu.edu!

Introducing one of our Spring 2025 NASA LEAP Interns, Mya Thomas!

Our NASA Leadership Experience and Accelerator Program (LEAP) Interns are part of a unique and dedicated interdisciplinary team that guides other students through the Mission Concept Academy. Each intern has a mentor specialization in either science, engineering, or programmatics and brings a wealth of skill and knowledge to the program. Each is dedicated to providing MCA participants with an invaluable L'SPACE experience and supporting each other as they, too, continue to develop their skills.

Mya Thomas is a Planetary Science Mentor, and this is her second semester as a NASA LEAP Intern. We appreciate all you do, Mya!

Interested in becoming a NASA LEAP Intern? The NASA LEAP Internship is a paid leadership internship opportunity. Students who have completed a full session of the Mission Concept Academy are eligible to apply. For more information on this and other L'SPACE programs, visit www.LSPACE.asu.edu.

We're kicking off a brand new semester of L'SPACE this week, and here's what YOU have to look forward to in the Mission Concept Academy (MCA) and the NASA Proposal Writing and Evaluation Experience (NPWEE)!

On Tuesday, January 21st, Mr. Orlando Figueroa will train MCA students in the key industry concepts of teaming and leadership. With over 35 years of experience in the industry, Mr. Figueroa brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and will leave you feeling ready and able to tackle the mission ahead.

And on Thursday, January 23rd, L'SPACE Principal Investigator, Sheri Klug-Boonstra, and Deputy Principal Investigator, Dann Garcia, will welcome participants to the Spring 2025 session of NPWEE. Learn all about NASA "pain points" and how to identify NASA needs in preparation for the exciting journey ahead!

Interested in learning from industry professionals and skilling up in preparation for your future in ? Join L'SPACE! Applications for the Summer 2025 sessions of MCA and NPWEE will open on FEBRUARY 3rd.