Ground Systems Engineering Intern — Space Hardware Prototyping

Rocket Lab Corporation; Middle River (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision

3 weeks paid vacation + 5 sick days +

401(k) with company match

Equity options

Job summary

Rocket Lab Corporation in Middle River, Maryland, is seeking a Ground Systems Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. You will work with a fast-paced team to design, build, and implement tooling and lift equipment for Neutron production and testing.

The role emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and hands-on engineering learning in a multi-disciplinary environment with real hardware and measurable growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate in an engineering discipline.
• GPA 3.0 or above.
• 3+ months of applied engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Support design, build, and implement ground support equipment for Neutron production.
• Collaborate with mentors and engineers to deliver development projects without supervision.
• Attend regular 1:1s and participate in technical talks and intern events.

Skills

Team collaboration

Ambiguity tolerance

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in Engineering

Tools

Solidworks

Siemens NX

Creo

Catia

Job description

Rocket Lab Corporation in Middle River, Maryland, is seeking a Ground Systems Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. You will work with a fast-paced team to design, build, and implement tooling and lift equipment for Neutron production and testing.

The role emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and hands-on engineering learning in a multi-disciplinary environment with real hardware and measurable growth opportunities.