NewSpace at Berkeley prepares UC Berkeley students for careers in the commercial space economy through three main programs: a semester-long DeCal covering launch, satellites, infrastructure, policy, and startup funding; the annual Berkeley Space Symposium, a full-day conference with keynotes, panels, and a career fair; and direct connections to 40+ industry partners including NASA, SpaceX, and Blue Origin for internships and mentorship. Members also have access to a 100+ alumni network at leading aerospace companies.
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Annual Symposium (edition)
50+
Industry partners
600+
Symposium attendees
30+
DeCal students per semester
12+
DeCal guest speakers
18+
DeCal industry projects completed
Events They Host
Berkeley Space Symposium 2026
Annual flagship conference featuring keynotes, panels, a career fair, and networking. Previous edition drew 600+ attendees and 150+ industry professionals from 20+ companies. Scheduled for September 11, 2026.