Mechanical Engineering Intern Summer 2027

rocketlab; Toronto; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Toronto, Canada, is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to support the development, test, and maintenance of mechanical aspects of our reaction wheel and star tracker products.

You’ll work with mentors, apply engineering concepts, and gain hands-on CAD experience while contributing to real aerospace hardware. This internship emphasizes growth, collaboration, and professional networking through tech talks and events.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s program in mechanical or aerospace engineering with at least one semester remaining post internship.
• Experience designing parts and assemblies and preparing engineering drawings using CAD software (SolidEdge/SolidWorks).
• Hands-on experience with mechanical components and assemblies; GPA 3.0+.

Responsibilities

• Work with mentors to apply engineering knowledge and grow technical and professional skills.
• Collaborate with a fast-paced team to apply engineering concepts to real challenges.
• Attend frequent 1:1s with mentors to track progress and learning.

Skills

CAD design

Hands-on experience

GPA 3.0+

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

SolidEdge

SolidWorks

Job description

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity's reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern based at Rocket Lab's site in Toronto, Canada

you will have the opportunity to support the team responsible for the development, test, and maintenance of all mechanical aspects of our reaction wheel and star tracker products.

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO

• 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

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be enrolled in a bachelor's program in mechanical or aerospace engineering and have at least one semester of school remaining post internship
• Experience designing parts and assemblies, and preparing engineering drawings, using CAD software such as Solidedge/Solidworks
• Hands-on experience working with mechanical components and assemblies
• GPA of 3.0 or above
• 3+ months of applied engineering experience (internship, laboratory, and personal/team project experience is applicable)

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE

• GPA of 3.5 or above
• 6+ months of applied engineering experience (internship, laboratory, and personal/team project experience is applicable)
• Experience building electro-mechanical assemblies
• Experience in structural and thermal finite element analysis
• Python experience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to work full-time, on-site for a minimum of 16 consecutive weeks beginning May 3, 2027

COMPENSATION AND OTHER BENEFITS

Pay rate: CAD $60,008

You may be eligible for a stipend to subsidize relocation costs

The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the Ontario Pay Transparency Act. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Base salary is only one part of Rocket Lab's compensation package for this role. You may be eligible for company stock, or cash incentives, and can purchase discounted stock through Rocket Lab's Employee Stock Purchase Program. Employee benefits also include medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage; RRSP retirement plan options; paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave; paid parental leave; and other discounts and perks.

Base Pay Range (Ontario Only)
$60,008 - $60,008 USD

WHAT TO EXPECT

We're on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that's not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other's backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.

Important information: FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here .

Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfe