9-Year-Old Applies For Job At NASA, And Here’s How NASA Responds
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Upon posting a job opening for “Planetary Protection Officer,” NASA space agency has received countless job applications, but none as original and adorable as the one by Jack Davis, a 9-year-old with all the right qualifications to be a “Guardian of the Galaxy.”
“I have seen almost all the space and alien movies I can see,” Jack explained in his letter. “I’m great at video games. I am young, so I can learn to think like an Alien.”
Jack’s letter went viral after a family friend posted it on Reddit, and when it eventually reached the space agency, NASA’s director of planetary science division himself engineered a perfect response for Jack on Twitter: “It’s about protecting Earth from tiny microbes when we bring back samples from the Moon, asteroids and Mars. It’s also about protecting other planets and moons from our germs as we responsibly explore the Solar System.”
NASA encouraged Jack and others to study hard and to one day become the real “Guardians of the Galaxy.”
More info: NASA (h/t: demilked)
9-year-old Jack Davis applied for “Planetary Protection Officer” position at NASA
The letter then reached NASA’s director of planetary science division, Dr. James L. Green
And here’s how he replied:
Hopefully, this will encourage Jack and many others to study hard and one day become the real “Guardians of the Galaxy”
Photo by Aaron Sheldon / Getty Images
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If he works real hard, and makes good grades, he should be the right age for the first Mars Mission. ;D
I heard they are looking for some oldies to go to mars, i 've posted your details on the NASA website :D
Lord it continues John. Lol
Lmao N G
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You have a pay_pal account.. because you can include an extra 300 a week to your pay-check just working on the internet for four hours every day. see this link Good Luck_____________ http://cutt.us/wGzd
Or let's be realistic if he works hard and does good in school, he might get a job in mcdonalds, if he's lucky.
Way to be encouraging.
It is awesome that NASA took the time to respond. Kids should be encouraged and inspired because they should go to school knowing that it has an actual use.
I don't want to be the party pooper here but I'm sure NASA responds to a lot of little boys and girls. This boy's family decided to share it on social media while others don't.
well, Brigitte, you are and your comment... has absolutely not point. doesn't atter if they responded to one kid or to 100 kids, still cool as hell!
NASA tweeted about it
Yeah, and it's cute and encouraging Every. Damn Time. Lets keep encouraging kids to be passionate and interested in science.
Brigitte live a bit, close your eyes lean back and next thing you know you are holding onto the tail of a shooting star.
*no point & *matter (why there's not "edit" button?).
Oh feck off Brigitte..back to your planet of party pooper aliens!
Weird all my kid got was a subpoena to appear in federal court for unlawful entry into govmnt systems.Guess they can't all be good letters.
Is it just me, or is "planetary protection officer" the most kickass job title ever?
Awww :3
Jim Green is my former NASA boss!! It's totally within his character to respond like this and to encourage young minds to continue to reach for the stars!
Wow, that's cool! :)
How beautiful ❤ I'm so pleased that they replied to his letter. It makes all the difference for a little boy or girl to be acknowledged for their interests 👧🏽 👦🏽 📩 ❤
Awesome! Happy to see the adults in amazing careers reach out to the young and encourage such awesome energy.
NASA You have just made a little mans dream start to become a reality. Bless you
Awww :) Nice kid, even nicer response.
And, for a nine year old, the spelling was correct and the grammar as well. Good future if he follows the advice in the response.
Way to go young man, listing all your interests and knowledge. You are going to go far. Just have to pick correct subjects and study hard, and I sure one day soon we will read in the paper that Jack Davis just got hired at NASA, that will be the best day of your life.
Now we know how to write the resume.
Dr. Jim Green is an awesome person. We homeschool and My daughters' science fair experiment was too advanced for the judges to understand completely and they told her they couldn't, therefore, judge it accurately. We sent it to Dr. Green and he was very impressed, He sent her a wonderful letter and hand written note with a "care package" of phenomenal Nasa goodies, CDs and other items. He is extremely encouraging for youth and basically having an award from Nasa was better than any local science fair could give her.
Wonderful, the future belong always the next generation. God bless the kid and parents 😇
So sweet Jack,,You are real hero and will sure prove your qualities one day....God Bless You Jack.....Study Hard....All The Best...
I love that a busy agency like NASA took the time to respond so positively to this young man. There's no telling what effect their encouraging words will have on him for his future. Kudos NASA!
That's awesome! That letter was just adorable and the response was perfect. I hope Jack becomes a worker for NASA someday ❤️❤️❤️
Good job Jack. That was a wonderful letter! Be sure to study real hard so you'll be ready when you grow up.
Cool beans! Jack Davis, Captain with the Scientific and Defense Fleet of Planet Earth and her Allied Colonies.
not only Jack, this story also encourages me. I mean I'm not going to go to Mars, but for my real life. Who know your future, but only you decide for yourself.
Well if only i had the courage to write that letter.......smart kid....😁😁
"My sister says I am an alien" LOL!
Very well Jack good luck;)
This is how support from adults to kids should work!
This is SO CUTE I died.
I LOVE THIS KID! He watches all the same movies as me, he watches Agents of Shield, he likes aliens. He's so similar to me it's creepy!
Boy, will this kid have a story to tell! He'll treasure that call of duty, forever! :-D
My dream is to work at NASA one day and this kid gave me inspiration :)
I want to going nasa how I can goin
Jim Green is my former boss at NASA. This is so cool! The photo of the guy on the phone above is NOT James Green though.
Best Wishes to the Little Fella, & Kudos to the Nasa Dr, James L Green, for responding & giving advice & an invitation for the future! Splendid story.
if he works hard and get good grades he would still be paying his student loans
not necessarily? get good enough grades, & there are scholarships, out there. There is also the oportunity, to invent a device/concept etc and get the experience that way. The other way, is to follow the herd, pay for [often substandard but PC] education, and like you said, pay your student loans? Me, I decided to work 5 months unpaid as uncertified Marine Engineer to get seatime neccesary for my Class 4, now I have the Class 1 Chief Engineer Officer, & have sailed at that rank. Guess 1.You takes you money, & you make your choice. 2. You puts your money where your mouth is? 3. You have to be in the game, to win the game.
I SAW THIS ON BTN FIRST! owo
Great!!!
such a great story. Thanks
Is there any age limit for the job?
How very cool. Our own Guardian of the galaxy.
Ridiculous....
PAHAHHA NASA IS FAKE LIERS DECEIVERS
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PAHAHA NASA ARE FAKE LIARS DECEIVERS THE WORK OF SATAN
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That click bait title tho
If he works real hard, and makes good grades, he should be the right age for the first Mars Mission. ;D
I heard they are looking for some oldies to go to mars, i 've posted your details on the NASA website :D
Lord it continues John. Lol
Lmao N G
This comment is hidden. Click here to view.
You have a pay_pal account.. because you can include an extra 300 a week to your pay-check just working on the internet for four hours every day. see this link Good Luck_____________ http://cutt.us/wGzd
Or let's be realistic if he works hard and does good in school, he might get a job in mcdonalds, if he's lucky.
Way to be encouraging.
It is awesome that NASA took the time to respond. Kids should be encouraged and inspired because they should go to school knowing that it has an actual use.
I don't want to be the party pooper here but I'm sure NASA responds to a lot of little boys and girls. This boy's family decided to share it on social media while others don't.
well, Brigitte, you are and your comment... has absolutely not point. doesn't atter if they responded to one kid or to 100 kids, still cool as hell!
NASA tweeted about it
Yeah, and it's cute and encouraging Every. Damn Time. Lets keep encouraging kids to be passionate and interested in science.
Brigitte live a bit, close your eyes lean back and next thing you know you are holding onto the tail of a shooting star.
*no point & *matter (why there's not "edit" button?).
Oh feck off Brigitte..back to your planet of party pooper aliens!
Weird all my kid got was a subpoena to appear in federal court for unlawful entry into govmnt systems.Guess they can't all be good letters.
Is it just me, or is "planetary protection officer" the most kickass job title ever?
Awww :3
Jim Green is my former NASA boss!! It's totally within his character to respond like this and to encourage young minds to continue to reach for the stars!
Wow, that's cool! :)
How beautiful ❤ I'm so pleased that they replied to his letter. It makes all the difference for a little boy or girl to be acknowledged for their interests 👧🏽 👦🏽 📩 ❤
Awesome! Happy to see the adults in amazing careers reach out to the young and encourage such awesome energy.
NASA You have just made a little mans dream start to become a reality. Bless you
Awww :) Nice kid, even nicer response.
And, for a nine year old, the spelling was correct and the grammar as well. Good future if he follows the advice in the response.
Way to go young man, listing all your interests and knowledge. You are going to go far. Just have to pick correct subjects and study hard, and I sure one day soon we will read in the paper that Jack Davis just got hired at NASA, that will be the best day of your life.
Now we know how to write the resume.
Dr. Jim Green is an awesome person. We homeschool and My daughters' science fair experiment was too advanced for the judges to understand completely and they told her they couldn't, therefore, judge it accurately. We sent it to Dr. Green and he was very impressed, He sent her a wonderful letter and hand written note with a "care package" of phenomenal Nasa goodies, CDs and other items. He is extremely encouraging for youth and basically having an award from Nasa was better than any local science fair could give her.
Wonderful, the future belong always the next generation. God bless the kid and parents 😇
So sweet Jack,,You are real hero and will sure prove your qualities one day....God Bless You Jack.....Study Hard....All The Best...
I love that a busy agency like NASA took the time to respond so positively to this young man. There's no telling what effect their encouraging words will have on him for his future. Kudos NASA!
That's awesome! That letter was just adorable and the response was perfect. I hope Jack becomes a worker for NASA someday ❤️❤️❤️
Good job Jack. That was a wonderful letter! Be sure to study real hard so you'll be ready when you grow up.
Cool beans! Jack Davis, Captain with the Scientific and Defense Fleet of Planet Earth and her Allied Colonies.
not only Jack, this story also encourages me. I mean I'm not going to go to Mars, but for my real life. Who know your future, but only you decide for yourself.
Well if only i had the courage to write that letter.......smart kid....😁😁
"My sister says I am an alien" LOL!
Very well Jack good luck;)
This is how support from adults to kids should work!
This is SO CUTE I died.
I LOVE THIS KID! He watches all the same movies as me, he watches Agents of Shield, he likes aliens. He's so similar to me it's creepy!
Boy, will this kid have a story to tell! He'll treasure that call of duty, forever! :-D
My dream is to work at NASA one day and this kid gave me inspiration :)
I want to going nasa how I can goin
Jim Green is my former boss at NASA. This is so cool! The photo of the guy on the phone above is NOT James Green though.
Best Wishes to the Little Fella, & Kudos to the Nasa Dr, James L Green, for responding & giving advice & an invitation for the future! Splendid story.
if he works hard and get good grades he would still be paying his student loans
not necessarily? get good enough grades, & there are scholarships, out there. There is also the oportunity, to invent a device/concept etc and get the experience that way. The other way, is to follow the herd, pay for [often substandard but PC] education, and like you said, pay your student loans? Me, I decided to work 5 months unpaid as uncertified Marine Engineer to get seatime neccesary for my Class 4, now I have the Class 1 Chief Engineer Officer, & have sailed at that rank. Guess 1.You takes you money, & you make your choice. 2. You puts your money where your mouth is? 3. You have to be in the game, to win the game.
I SAW THIS ON BTN FIRST! owo
Great!!!
such a great story. Thanks
Is there any age limit for the job?
How very cool. Our own Guardian of the galaxy.
Ridiculous....
PAHAHHA NASA IS FAKE LIERS DECEIVERS
This comment is hidden. Click here to view.
PAHAHA NASA ARE FAKE LIARS DECEIVERS THE WORK OF SATAN
This comment is hidden. Click here to view.
That click bait title tho