NASA has launched a search for applications to live and work on the island

NASA has begun accepting applications for new astronauts to travel to and work on the Moon. Selected candidates will participate in missions under the Artemis program and prepare for future flights to Mars.

The agency is recruiting new astronauts who will fly to the Moon and take part in preparations for future Mars missions. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and hold at least a master's degree. These new astronauts may be involved in landing on the lunar surface, carrying out scientific tasks, and establishing a permanent base on the Moon in the future.

To participate in the program, candidates must meet the following requirements:

- Be a U.S. citizen;
- Hold a master's degree in a field such as engineering, biology, physics, computer science, or mathematics;
- Have at least three years of professional work experience in their field;
- Meet specific health requirements.

Applications will be accepted until December 3, 2026. NASA plans to announce the new class of astronauts in late 2027.