Miami, April 22, 2024 – Nicolas Gonzalez, a first-year student and member of the AI & Robotics Club at Miami Dade College (MDC) North Campus, has been selected for a coveted internship at the prestigious NASA Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama. The internship spans nine weeks, starting on May 27, providing Gonzalez with an immersive and hands-on learning experience within the heart of NASA’s operations.
Mentored by Prof. Dr. Manuel Carames, Gonzalez has been chosen to participate in the MSEIP-NASA HEDO 2024 Summer Internship Program, renowned for its competitive selection process. The program offers invaluable experience in various aspects of NASA’s operations, including Human Spaceflight Operations, Software Engineering and Development, NASA software processes, Ground Systems Engineering, Systems Engineering and more.
Gonzalez stood out among numerous applicants and secured one of only two summer intern positions. He will be contributing to Project 2 – HP23 Planning and Analysis – as a Software Developer focusing on Stowage Automation. This role will see him assisting with software automation at the Huntsville Operations Support Center (HOSC), a pivotal aspect of NASA’s ongoing missions and initiatives.
“Nicolas Gonzalez’s selection for the NASA internship program is a remarkable accomplishment for both him and Miami Dade College. It reflects our institution’s commitment to fostering talent and providing students with opportunities to excel in their fields of interest. We are confident that Nicolas will represent MDC North Campus with distinction during his internship at NASA Marshall Space Flight Center,” said Fermin Vazquez, MDC North Campus president.
Gonzalez’s selection for this prestigious internship is a testament to his exceptional academic achievements, dedication and passion for AI, robotics and space exploration. His participation in this program will not only enrich his own academic and professional journey but also reflect positively on MDC and the AI & Robotics Club.
“The Honors College has provided me with the best of the tools and advice to perform well and pursue my dreams. Likewise, I am incredibly honored and excited to have been selected for this internship opportunity at NASA Marshall Space Flight Center,” Gonzalez said. “This is a dream come true for me, and I am eager to contribute to such groundbreaking projects alongside some of the brightest minds in the field.”