On-Site HR & Culture Intern, Summer 2027

rocketlab; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Employee stock purchase program

Medical plans

Dental and vision

Paid vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays

401(k) with company match

EV charging subsidy

Onsite fitness centers

Discounted gym memberships

Snacks and beverages

50% merch discount

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Long Beach, California is seeking a People & Culture Intern to gain hands-on experience across the employee life cycle, under a dedicated mentor.

You will work with a fast-paced HR team, applying academic knowledge to real challenges, attend frequent 1:1s, and participate in tech talks and networking events.

This role offers on-site exposure to Total Rewards, TA, payroll and IT partners, and a path to grow in business administration and human resources.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a bachelor's, master's or doctorate program in Business Administration, Human Resources, Management or related field and have at least one semester of school remaining post internship.
• GPA of 3.0 or above.
• 3+ months of corporate function experience within the areas of Human Resources.
• GPA of 3.5 or above.
• 6+ months of corporate function experience within HR.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Office (Powerpoint & Excel).
• Strong time management skills and attentive to details.

Responsibilities

• Work with your mentor and colleagues within the department to apply knowledge and grow your skills technically and professionally.
• Apply engineering and industry concepts to solve real challenges in a fast-paced environment.
• Attend frequent 1:1s with mentors and supervisors to facilitate success and learning while providing progress updates.
• Engage in tech talks and network with interns and employees through social and professional events.

Skills

HR concepts

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in Business Admin/HR/Management

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Rocket Lab in Long Beach, California is seeking a People & Culture Intern to gain hands-on experience across the employee life cycle, under a dedicated mentor.

You will work with a fast-paced HR team, applying academic knowledge to real challenges, attend frequent 1:1s, and participate in tech talks and networking events.

This role offers on-site exposure to Total Rewards, TA, payroll and IT partners, and a path to grow in business administration and human resources.