Systems Engineering Intern — Space Hardware & Testing

Rocket Lab USA; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Job summary

Rocket Lab USA in Chantilly, Virginia, is seeking a Systems Engineering Intern to support subsystem development testing and verification on-site. You will work with mentors to apply engineering concepts and grow professionally in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in an engineering/physics/math degree, with a 3.0+ GPA and at least one semester remaining. The program runs 12+ weeks starting May/June 2027, with a pay rate of $25.00 per hour and relocation stipend eligibility.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a bachelor's, master's or doctorate degree program in engineering, physics or math and have at least one semester remaining post internship.
• GPA of 3.0 or above.
• 3+ months of applied engineering experience (internship, lab, or project work).

Responsibilities

• Work closely with your mentor and teammates to apply knowledge and grow technically and professionally.
• Join a fast-paced group to apply engineering concepts to real challenges.
• Attend frequent 1:1s with mentors and supervisors to facilitate success and learning.
• Enjoy tech talks and network with interns and employees at events.

Skills

Enrollment in engineering degree prog

GPA 3.0+

Applied engineering experience

Education

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

Tools

SolidWorks

Cameo

JAMA

Excel

Job description

Rocket Lab USA in Chantilly, Virginia, is seeking a Systems Engineering Intern to support subsystem development testing and verification on-site. You will work with mentors to apply engineering concepts and grow professionally in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in an engineering/physics/math degree, with a 3.0+ GPA and at least one semester remaining. The program runs 12+ weeks starting May/June 2027, with a pay rate of $25.00 per hour and relocation stipend eligibility.