Space R&D Engineer Intern — On-Site (Albuquerque)

Rocket Lab Corp.; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is seeking an R&D Engineering Intern to help develop a process that deposits a phase-change material to improve solar array temperature. You will work with a mentor and a fast-paced team on real engineering challenges, attend regular progress reviews, and participate in tech talks during the internship.

Applicants must be enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate degree program in engineering, physics or math with a minimum 3.0 GPA and at least 3

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate degree program in an engineering, physics or math discipline.
• At least one semester remaining post internship.
• GPA of 3.0 or above.
• 3+ months of applied engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering and industry concepts to solve real challenges.
• Work closely with a mentor and other engineers.
• Attend frequent 1:1s to track progress and learning.
• Collaborate across teams to deliver results.

Skills

Applied engineering experience

Team collaboration

Mentorship-ready

Education

Engineering/Physics/Math degree

Job description

Rocket Lab in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is seeking an R&D Engineering Intern to help develop a process that deposits a phase-change material to improve solar array temperature. You will work with a mentor and a fast-paced team on real engineering challenges, attend regular progress reviews, and participate in tech talks during the internship.

Applicants must be enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate degree program in engineering, physics or math with a minimum 3.0 GPA and at least 3