Fluid Systems Intern: Space Hardware Design

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

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Relocation stipend

Discounts on merch

Job summary

Rocket Lab is seeking a Fluid Systems Intern at our Long Beach, CA site to support design, build, test, and analysis of hardware between tanks and engine. You will work closely with mentors to apply engineering concepts to real-world challenges.

You’ll join a fast-paced team, attend regular 1:1s, and participate in tech talks and networking events, gaining hands-on experience in aerospace hardware development.

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

• 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

Skills

Applied engineering experience

Team collaboration

Independent project leadership

Education

Engineering/Physics/Math degree (Bachelors/Master/PhD)

GPA 3.0+

Tools

CAD/CAM

3D printing

Lathe machining

GD&T

FEA

Job description

Rocket Lab is seeking a Fluid Systems Intern at our Long Beach, CA site to support design, build, test, and analysis of hardware between tanks and engine. You will work closely with mentors to apply engineering concepts to real-world challenges.

You’ll join a fast-paced team, attend regular 1:1s, and participate in tech talks and networking events, gaining hands-on experience in aerospace hardware development.