Synopsis:

The project focuses on data or software associated with GOES-R instruments. The intern will experience the science, technology, and culture behind a space mission of major national importance such as GOES-R.

The above tasks allowed Ortega to develop the skills and experience needed to access, manage and use GOES-R science products and the process to bring these products to the operations theater. She also learned about data analysis and software tools associated with GOES-R instruments. This new in-depth knowledge will contribute to her own research project at NOAA CESSRT, University of Texas at El Paso. In addition, Ortega made professional connections with NOAA-NESDIS and NASA-GSFC and created a foundation for her potential employment/internships in NOAA mission enterprise