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    R&D Engineering Intern Fall 2026

    Rocket Lab · Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States

    Fall 2026On-sitePaidPosted 2026-05-19
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    About the role#

    As an R&D Engineering Intern in Albuquerque, you will support the Cell Product team in evolving technologies into production-ready product lines. You will work alongside mentors and department staff to apply engineering concepts to real-world challenges while developing your technical and professional skills.

    What you'll do#

    • Collaborate with the Cell Product team to advance new technologies.
    • Participate in regular 1:1 meetings with mentors and supervisors to track progress and facilitate learning.
    • Engage with the broader intern and employee community through tech talks and professional events.
    • Apply engineering principles to solve complex technical problems.

    What you'll need#

    • Enrollment in a bachelor’s, master's, or doctorate program in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Computer Engineering.
    • At least one semester of school remaining following the internship.
    • A minimum GPA of 3.0.
    • At least 3 months of applied engineering experience, including internships, laboratory work, or personal/team projects.
    • Preferred: A GPA of 3.5 or above and 6+ months of applied engineering experience.

    Location & details#

    • Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico.
    • Term: Fall 2026.
    • Modality: Full-time, on-site for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning in August or September 2026.
    • Compensation: This is a paid internship; relocation stipend may be available.
    Relevant fields:Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringPhysicsComputer Engineering

    About Rocket Lab

    Founded in 2006, Rocket Lab is a public aerospace manufacturer headquartered in Long Beach, California, with a workforce of 1,001 to 5,000 employees. The organization produces rockets, satellites, and spacecraft components for global clients, operating facilities in the United States, Canada, and New Zealand. Its portfolio includes the Electron launch vehicle, the HASTE suborbital rocket, and the Neutron rocket currently in development. These technologies support missions ranging from Earth orbit to deep space exploration.

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