Space Systems Mechanical Intern - Flight Hardware

Rocket Lab Corp.; Silver Spring, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Rocket Lab Corp. in Silver Spring, MD invites applications for a Mechanical Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. You will support the Space Systems Division in producing flight mechanisms for Separation Systems.

As an intern, you will work under mentorship with a fast-paced team, applying engineering and physics concepts to real hardware challenges, while attending tech talks and networking with peers and professionals.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate 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)

Responsibilities

• As an intern, you will 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 and industry concepts to solve real challenges.
• Attend frequent 1:1’s with mentors and supervisors to facilitate success and learning while providing progress updates.
• Enjoy tech talks and network with other interns and employees through social and professional events

Skills

Applied engineering experience

Education

Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate in Engineering/Physics/Math

Job description

Rocket Lab Corp. in Silver Spring, MD invites applications for a Mechanical Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. You will support the Space Systems Division in producing flight mechanisms for Separation Systems.

As an intern, you will work under mentorship with a fast-paced team, applying engineering and physics concepts to real hardware challenges, while attending tech talks and networking with peers and professionals.