Fluid Systems Intern: Space Hardware Innovator

Rocket Lab Corporation

Long Beach (CA)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 45,000

Full time

14 days+

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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+

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