Information on how to apply for the Patti Grace Smith Fellowship, including eligibility, required materials, and application steps. Applications for Class of 2026 are closed.
Detailed steps for applying to the Patti Grace Smith Fellowship, including eligibility, required materials, essays, and multimedia submissions. Applications for Class of 2026 are closed.
Current student in a Bachelors Degree program or any year of an Associates Degree program.; US Citizen, Permanent Resident, National, Refugee, or Asylee, legally permitted to work in the US.; Not yet part of the aerospace workforce, seeking first paid internship.; Of strong moral character and dedicated to the program's mission.
Requirements
One-page résumé in PDF format (2026PGSF_Lastname_Firstname_Resume.pdf).; Latest school transcript (unofficial accepted).; Two letters of recommendation (one on aptitude/skills, one on character/creativity).; Written essay (500-750 words) answering prompt on community contributions to aerospace.; Multimedia piece (essay or creative work) on personality, creativity, and critical thinking.; Second written essay or multimedia piece answering prompt on career interests and contributions.
Application materials
Résumé; Transcript; Letters of Recommendation; PGSF Essay; Multimedia Essay
How to apply
Check eligibility requirements.; Gather required documents: résumé, transcript, letters of recommendation.; Complete written essay and multimedia piece.; Answer additional essay questions.; Submit application via the portal.
Important dates
Applications for Class of 2026 are closed.; Applications were due October 17, 2025.; Next year's application window likely opens August or September 2026.
