Propulsion & Combustion Systems Intern

Rocket Lab USA; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Employee stock purchase program (15%"

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Rocket Lab USA in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Combustion Devices Intern to support design, test and analysis of combustion devices, GD&T drafting, and data processing. You will work under a mentor, contribute to engine testing, and gain hands-on experience across our propulsion programs.

The role requires enrolled undergrad/grad in engineering/physics/math with 3.0+ GPA, 3+ months of applied engineering experience, and at least 12 weeks on-site starting early 2027.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s or PhD program in engineering, physics or math and have at least one semester remaining after internship.
• GPA of 3.0 or above.
• 3+ months of applied engineering experience (internships, labs, projects) applicable.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with a mentor and department to apply knowledge and grow technically and professionally.
• Support a fast-paced group to apply engineering concepts to real challenges.
• Attend frequent 1:1s with mentors to facilitate success and learning with progress updates.
• Participate in tech talks and intern/employee networking events.

Skills

Enrolled in engineering/physics/math

GPA 3.0+

Applied engineering experience

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in engineering/physics/math

Tools

CAD/CAM

GD&T drafting

FEA

3D printing

ANSYS

MATLAB

Siemens NX

Job description

Rocket Lab USA in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Combustion Devices Intern to support design, test and analysis of combustion devices, GD&T drafting, and data processing. You will work under a mentor, contribute to engine testing, and gain hands-on experience across our propulsion programs.

The role requires enrolled undergrad/grad in engineering/physics/math with 3.0+ GPA, 3+ months of applied engineering experience, and at least 12 weeks on-site starting early 2027.