Mechanical Engineering Intern Fall 2026

Rocket Lab

Long Beach, California, United States
Base: $28.00 usd hourly; bonus/equity: not specifi...
On-site
Enrolled in engineering physics or math degree program
Minimum 3 months applied engineering experience
Gpa of 3.0 or above
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 support the design, development, and integration of spacecraft hardware and flight harnessing across Space Systems programs.
  • The role offers hands-on experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and owning work from early design through spacecraft integration.

Matching Summary

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

Salary

Base: $28.00 USD Hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Stipend for relocation, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

Nice-to-have

  • Proficiency in NX and Teamcenter CAD software
  • Experience with ANSYS or Simcenter 3D FEA
  • Familiarity with spacecraft design principles
  • Hands-on 3D printing and lathe machining skills
  • Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing knowledge

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree enrollment
  • At least one semester remaining post-internship
  • Full-time on-site work in Long Beach, CA
  • Availability starting August or September 2026

Work Rights

Not specified

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