Fluid Systems Intern — On‑Site Long Beach (Summer 2027)

Rocket Lab USA; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock purchase program

Top-tier medical plans

Dental and vision coverage

Paid vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan with company-m:

Job summary

Rocket Lab USA is seeking a Fluid Systems Intern in Long Beach, CA to support the team by designing, building, testing, analyzing, and potentially flying critical hardware between the tanks and engine for Neutron.

You will work with mentors, apply engineering concepts to real challenges, and participate in regular progress updates and intern events during a 12-week on-site program starting May/June 2027.

Qualifications

• 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).

Responsibilities

• Work closely with a mentor and other employees within the department to apply knowledge and grow 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.

Education

Engineering/Physics/Math degree program

GPA 3.0+

3+ months of applied engineering experience

Job description

Rocket Lab USA is seeking a Fluid Systems Intern in Long Beach, CA to support the team by designing, building, testing, analyzing, and potentially flying critical hardware between the tanks and engine for Neutron.

You will work with mentors, apply engineering concepts to real challenges, and participate in regular progress updates and intern events during a 12-week on-site program starting May/June 2027.