Brooke Owens Fellowship (Class of 2027)

About the opportunity

The Brooke Owens Fellowship offers paid summer internships and executive mentorship to undergraduate women and gender minorities passionate about aerospace. The program matches Fellows with leading industry host companies, providing hands-on experience, professional development, and access to a lifelong network of peers and mentors. The application process is designed to identify talent beyond traditional metrics like GPA, focusing on character, creativity, and a commitment to service and equity. Fellows are selected based on their potential to lead and innovate, helping to make the aerospace industry more inclusive and impactful.

Salary and benefits

• Paid summer internship at a leading aerospace company.
• Executive-level mentorship from industry leaders.
• Access to a lifelong community of peers and alumni.
• Professional development and networking opportunities.

Who can apply?

• Identify as a woman or gender minority.
• Undergraduate student who has completed at least one year of coursework toward a bachelor’s or associate degree.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Interested in pursuing a career in the aerospace industry (engineering and non-engineering fields welcome).

Required documents

• Polished resume or CV.
• Latest transcript (unofficial accepted; must show at least one full semester of graded coursework).
• One letter of recommendation from a non-family member (e.g., teacher, coach, mentor, or supervisor).
• Personal Statement (600 words max).
• Mission Alignment Essay (300 words max).
• Multimedia Essay (non-written format, under 250 MB, under 5 minutes).

When to apply

• Applications for the Class of 2027 are currently open.
• Deadline: October 4, 2026.

How to apply

• Review the eligibility requirements and application guidelines.
• Gather required documents including a resume, transcript, and recommender information.
• Create three original works: a Personal Statement, a Mission Alignment Essay, and a Multimedia Essay.
• Access the application portal and enter recommender details to trigger the request.
• Upload all files and submit the application through the portal.
• Test all video links and file permissions before final submission as edits are not allowed.

Additional information

• GPAs are not the sole metric for selection; the program values talent in many forms.
• The Multimedia Essay must be in a non-written format such as video, song, or graphic design.
• Applicants can access support through the 'Ask a Brookie' service or the applicant Slack channel.
• First-semester freshmen are not eligible until the following application cycle.
• Submissions must be fully digital; no physical mail is accepted.