Test Engineering Intern - Manufacturing Spring 2027

Rocket Lab•Long Beach, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As an intern, you will have the opportunity to support the team that designs, builds, and operates the test infrastructure that validates our propulsion and fluids systems and components from concept to flight. We provide end-to-end test engineering solutions—from custom test stand design and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) hardware and software development to orchestrating and conducting qualification campaigns and production testing—ensuring every component meets the rigorous demands of spaceflight.

Requirements

Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s, master's or doctorate degree program in an engineering discipline such as Aerospace, Mechanical or Robotics Engineering, or related 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 January, February, or March 2027.
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable (for US offices only).

Nice To Haves

GPA of 3.5 or above.
6+ months of applied engineering experience (internship, laboratory, and personal/team project experience is applicable).
Experience in Ardinuo, LabView, Solidworks, and MATLAB.
3D Printing experience.
Proficient in Python.

Responsibilities

Support the team that designs, builds, and operates the test infrastructure that validates our propulsion and fluids systems and components from concept to flight.
Provide end-to-end test engineering solutions—from custom test stand design and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) hardware and software development to orchestrating and conducting qualification campaigns and production testing.
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.

Benefits

Stipend to subsidize relocation costs.
Employee Stock Purchase Program (with a 15% discount on company stock).
Top-tier medical plans (HMO, PPO, and a zero cost HDHP option with a significant HSA company contribution).
Dental and vision coverage.
Paid vacation and sick time.
11 paid holidays.
Flexible spending and dependent care accounts.
Paid parental leave.
Disability and life insurance.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Subsidized EV charging.
Onsite fitness centers (where available).
Discounted gym memberships.
Complimentary snacks and beverages.
50% employee discount on our popular merch store.
Variety of other employee discounts.