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Rocket Lab · 7 hours ago

Ground Systems Engineering Intern Summer 2026

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services and spacecraft design. As a Ground Systems Engineering Intern, you will support the Test Ground Systems team in test operations for the Archimedes engine, working closely with mentors and applying engineering concepts to solve real challenges.

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Responsibilities

As an intern, you will work closely with your mentor and other employees within the department to apply your knowledge and grow your skills both technically and professionally
Work with a fast-paced group of professionals to apply engineering and industry concepts to solve real challenges
Attend frequent 1:1’s with mentors and supervisors to facilitate success and learning while providing progress updates
Enjoy tech talks and network with other interns and employees through social and professional events

Qualification

Engineering disciplineApplied engineering experienceSolidworksFinite Element AnalysisComputer-aided designFluid dynamicsGeometric Dimensioning & TolerancingPressurized systems

Required

Must be enrolled in a bachelor's, master's or doctorate degree program in an engineering discipline such as Electrical, Mechatronics or Robotics Engineering, or physics discipline and have at least one semester of school remaining post internship
GPA of 3.0 or above
3+ months of applied engineering experience (internship, laboratory, and personal/team project experience is applicable)
Able to work full-time, on-site for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning May or June 2026

Preferred

GPA of 3.5 or above
6+ months of applied engineering experience (internship, laboratory, and personal/team project experience is applicable)
Experience with Solidworks
Finite Element Analysis (FEA) experience
Proficient in Computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/ CAM)
Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing experience
Experience working with pressurized systems
Proficient knowledge of fluid dynamics

Benefits

You may be eligible for a stipend to subsidize relocation costs

Company

Rocket Lab

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Rocket Lab is an aerospace company that provides launch services, spacecraft design, and manufacturing of satellite components.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.98B
Key Investors
Canadian Space AgencyU.S. Department of CommerceTrinity Capital
2025-12-09Grant
2025-09-15Post Ipo Equity· $750M
2024-11-25Grant· $23.9M

Leadership Team

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Adam Spice
Chief Financial Officer
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Frank Klein
Chief Operations Officer
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