Launch Test Engineer Intern - 12-Week On-Site

Rocket Lab Corporation

Wallops Island (VA)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Stock Purchase Program

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Job summary

Rocket Lab is seeking a Test Engineering Intern to join the team at its Wallops Island, Virginia site. You will work alongside the flight operations crew, gaining hands-on exposure to live test and launch operations while helping improve tools and procedures for safer, more efficient operations.

The role involves close mentorship, real engineering challenges, and participation in ongoing testing campaigns. Ideal candidates are pursuing engineering or physics degrees with at least one semester

Qualifications

Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate degree program in engineering or physics 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

Apply knowledge and grow skills both technically and professionally
Work with a fast-paced group to apply engineering concepts to real challenges
Attend frequent 1:1s with mentors and supervisors to facilitate success and learning
Network with interns and employees through social and professional events