Thermal Engineering Intern – Spacecraft Heat (Summer 2027)

Rocket Lab Corporation; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Job summary

Rocket Lab is seeking a Thermal Engineering Intern to join our Long Beach, CA site. You’ll work with a mentor to apply engineering concepts and grow your skills across the spacecraft lifecycle.

Applicants must be enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate program in engineering, physics, or math with at least one semester remaining and a GPA of 3.0+. The internship emphasizes collaboration and hands-on learning.

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

Education

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

Job description

Rocket Lab is seeking a Thermal Engineering Intern to join our Long Beach, CA site. You’ll work with a mentor to apply engineering concepts and grow your skills across the spacecraft lifecycle.

Applicants must be enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate program in engineering, physics, or math with at least one semester remaining and a GPA of 3.0+. The internship emphasizes collaboration and hands-on learning.