On-Site Test Engineering Intern – Space Propulsion

Rocket Lab Corporation; Mississippi; On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Job summary

Rocket Lab Corporation in Mississippi invites an Engineering Test Internship to learn Archimedes Engine test operations on-site. You’ll assist with engine rebuilds, test readiness, and hardware swaps while working under mentors to develop practical skills for propulsion testing and launch readiness.

You will engage with a fast-paced team, attend regular reviews, and contribute to solving real engineering challenges during a 12+ week on-site internship.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with Archimedes Engine test operations on-site and support engine rebuilds and hardware swaps.
• Learn test procedures, sequencing, and test readiness under mentorship.
• Collaborate across propulsion teams to enable engine testing and future launches.

Skills

Python

Java

CAD/CAM

Solidworks

MATLAB

Siemens NX

GD&T

Pressurized systems

Education

Engineering degree B.S./M.S./PhD

Tools

Solidworks

MATLAB

Siemens NX

Job description

Rocket Lab Corporation in Mississippi invites an Engineering Test Internship to learn Archimedes Engine test operations on-site. You’ll assist with engine rebuilds, test readiness, and hardware swaps while working under mentors to develop practical skills for propulsion testing and launch readiness.

You will engage with a fast-paced team, attend regular reviews, and contribute to solving real engineering challenges during a 12+ week on-site internship.