Space Vandenberg Summer Internship Sparks Spaceport of the Future Initiatives
Parker Johnston, right, a University of California Santa Barbara electrical engineering student, presents his project alongside his peers during the Space Vandenberg Summer Internship Program final project showcase event at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, Aug. 14, 2026. The eight-week program, organized by REACH Central Coast, brought together 18 students from regional colleges to gain hands-on experience. Interns’ tackled mission-critical tasks to build a robust talent pipeline, positioning the Vandenberg as a leader in space launch and technology. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ian Hawkes)
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