Manufacturing Engineering Intern Summer 2027

Rocket Lab•Middle River, MD

53d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Manufacturing Engineering Intern based at Rocket Lab’s site in Middle River, Maryland, you will have the opportunity to support the Manufacturing Team in manufacturing the stages for Neutron. Rocket Lab’s Manufacturing team are the builders and the doers who work with our advanced machinery across our global manufacturing sites to get our satellites, satellite components, and rockets out the door.

Requirements

Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s 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)
Able to work full-time, on-site for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning May or June 2027

Nice To Haves

GPA of 3.5 or above
6+ months of applied engineering experience (internship, laboratory, and personal/team project experience is applicable)
Fabrication experience
Computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) experience
3D Printing experience
Robotics experience
Knowledge of industrial process
Exposure to composites materials

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 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