Space Systems Engineering Intern: Hands-on & Fast-Paced

Rocket Lab Corp.; Chantilly, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Job summary

Rocket Lab is seeking a Systems Engineering Intern for our Chantilly, Virginia site. You will support subsystem and system development testing and verification while collaborating with a small, high-performing team.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in an engineering/physics/math program with at least one semester remaining, have a 3.0+ GPA, and possess 3+ months of applied engineering experience. On-site 12-week program with a $25/hour pay rate and relocation stipend potential.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree program in engineering, physics or math with at least one semester remaining.
• GPA of 3.0 or above.
• 3+ months of applied engineering experience.
• Familiarity with optics (nice to have).

Responsibilities

• Work closely with your mentor and other employees within the department to apply your knowledge and grow your skills both technically and professionally.
• Work with a fast-paced group of professionals to apply engineering concepts to real challenges.
• Attend frequent 1:1’s with mentors and supervisors to facilitate success and learning while providing progress updates.

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/Doctorate in Engineering/Physics/Math

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Job description

Rocket Lab is seeking a Systems Engineering Intern for our Chantilly, Virginia site. You will support subsystem and system development testing and verification while collaborating with a small, high-performing team.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in an engineering/physics/math program with at least one semester remaining, have a 3.0+ GPA, and possess 3+ months of applied engineering experience. On-site 12-week program with a $25/hour pay rate and relocation stipend potential.