Space Hardware Manufacturing Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Rocket Lab Corp.; Middle River, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Discounted stock purchase program

Free snacks/drinks onsite

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Rocket Lab Corp. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 at our Middle River, Maryland site.

You will work under mentorship with the Manufacturing Team to support stage manufacturing for Neutron, applying engineering concepts to real-world challenges. Ideal candidates are enrolled in an engineering/physics/math degree, with at least one semester remaining, a GPA of 3.0+, and 3+ months of applied engineering experience.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in an engineering, physics or math discipline 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)
• GPA of 3.5 or above (nice to have)
• 6+ months of applied engineering experience (internship, laboratory, and personal/team project experience is applicable)
• CAD/CAM experience (nice to have)
• 3D Printing experience (nice to have)
• Knowledge of industrial process (nice to have)
• Exposure to composites materials (nice to have)

Responsibilities

• Apply your knowledge and grow your 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 other interns and employees through events

Skills

Applied engineering experience

Ambition to work in small teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/physics/math

GPA 3.0 or above

Tools

CAD/CAM

3D Printing

Industrial processes knowledge

Composites materials

Job description

Rocket Lab Corp. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 at our Middle River, Maryland site.

You will work under mentorship with the Manufacturing Team to support stage manufacturing for Neutron, applying engineering concepts to real-world challenges. Ideal candidates are enrolled in an engineering/physics/math degree, with at least one semester remaining, a GPA of 3.0+, and 3+ months of applied engineering experience.