Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services and spacecraft design. As an Integration and Test Intern, you will support the Space Systems Integration and Test Team, contributing to improvements in spacecraft Assembly Integration & Test (AIT) phases.
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
Required
Must be enrolled in a bachelor's, master's or doctorate degree program in an engineering, physics or math 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 August or September 2026
Preferred
GPA of 3.5 or above
6+ months of applied engineering experience (internship, laboratory, and personal/team project experience is applicable)
General understanding of radio frequency and electronic components, including capacitor, inductor, and transformers
Hands on hardware or test equipment experience
Python experience
Siemens NX experience
JavaScript experience
Knowledge of spacecraft design
Benefits
You may be eligible for a stipend to subsidize relocation costs
Company equity
Top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option
Dental and vision coverage
3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year
11 paid holidays per year
Flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match
Discounted employee stock purchase program
Subsidized EV charging stations
Onsite gym
Food and drinks
Other discounts
Planetary Systems Corporation (PSC) by Rocket Lab is a Maryland-based aerospace hardware company delivering mechanical separation systems and satellite dispensers with 100% mission success.
