Hitl Engineering Intern Fall 2026

Rocket Lab

Long Beach, CA, United States
Base: $28.00 usd hourly; bonus/equity: compyny equ...
On-site
Enrolled in engineering physics or math degree
Minimum 3 months applied engineering experience
Gpa of 3.0 or above
The intern will work closely with mentors to apply engineering concepts to solve real challenges in the HITL team

Job Summary

  • The intern will work closely with mentors to apply engineering concepts to solve real challenges in the HITL team.
  • Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services and spacecraft design globally.
  • Candidates receive competitive hourly pay, potential relocation stipends, and access to a robust benefits package including medical and equity.

Matching Summary

The intern will work closely with mentors to apply engineering concepts to solve real challenges in the HITL team.

Salary

Base: $28.00 USD Hourly; Bonus/Equity: Company equity available; Benefits: Medical HMO/PPO dental vision 401k match paid vacation sick leave parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Enrolled in engineering physics or math degree
  • Minimum 3 months applied engineering experience
  • GPA of 3.0 or above
  • Full-time on-site availability for 12 weeks

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of Systems Engineering
  • Experience with Python programming
  • Background in Mechatronics
  • GPA of 3.5 or above

Key Requirements

  • Must be enrolled in bachelor's master's or doctorate program
  • At least one semester of school remaining post internship
  • U.S. citizen or eligible for ITAR authorizations
  • Available September 8 2026 for minimum 12 consecutive weeks

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship, lawful permanent resident status, or be eligible for required authorizations

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