R&d Engineering Intern Fall 2026

Rocket Lab

Albuquerque, NM, United States
Not specified; stipend may be available for reloca...
On-site
Enrolled in bachelor's master's or doctorate program
Gpa of 3.0 or above
3+ months applied engineering experience
Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services and complete spacecraft design

Job Summary

  • Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services and complete spacecraft design.
  • Interns will work closely with mentors to apply engineering concepts to solve real challenges within the Cell Product team.
  • Candidates must be available to work full-time on-site for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks starting August or September 2026.

Matching Summary

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services and complete spacecraft design.

Salary

Not specified; Stipend may be available for relocation costs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Enrolled in bachelor's master's or doctorate program
  • GPA of 3.0 or above
  • 3+ months applied engineering experience
  • Full-time on-site availability for 12 weeks

Nice-to-have

  • Python programming experience
  • Strong Excel skills
  • Hands-on prototyping experience
  • Knowledge of Ohm's Law and solar cell behavior
  • Experience with robotic arms
  • AI tools proficiency

Key Requirements

  • Must be enrolled in engineering physics or math degree
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA required
  • At least one semester remaining after internship
  • US citizenship or permanent resident status required due to ITAR

Work Rights

Must be US citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylum grantee

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