Fluid Systems Intern: Space Hardware Innovator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Medical plans (HMO/PPO)

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan with company; 0

EV charging subsidy

Onsite fitness centers

Discounted gym memberships

Merch store discount

Snacks and beverages

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Fluid Systems Intern to support the team in designing, building, testing, and analyzing mission-critical hardware for Neutron. You will work closely with mentors, gain hands-on experience, and participate in tech talks and intern networking events.

The role emphasizes collaboration, rapid learning, and delivering results within a fast-paced environment. Candidates must be enrolled in an engineering/physics/math program with ongoing semesters and a 3.0+

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate degree program in an engineering, physics or math discipline with at least one semester remaining post internship.
• GPA of 3.0 or above.
• 3+ months of applied engineering experience (internship, lab, or project)

Responsibilities

• Assist with design, build, test, and analyze fluid systems hardware.
• Collaborate with mentors and team to deliver results.
• Attend regular progress updates and technical talks.
• Contribute to learning and professional development while on site.

Skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's / Master's / Doctorate in Engineering/Physics/Math

Tools

CAD/CAM

3D printing

GD&T

FEA

Lathe Machining

Job description

Rocket Lab in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Fluid Systems Intern to support the team in designing, building, testing, and analyzing mission-critical hardware for Neutron. You will work closely with mentors, gain hands-on experience, and participate in tech talks and intern networking events.

The role emphasizes collaboration, rapid learning, and delivering results within a fast-paced environment. Candidates must be enrolled in an engineering/physics/math program with ongoing semesters and a 3.0+