Systems Engineering Intern Fall 2026

About the role#

As a Systems Engineering Intern, you will support the Space Systems Division in the development of the Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T) sequence. The systems engineering team serves as the primary communication node for design development and issue resolution on Rocket Lab's satellites.

What you'll do#

• Collaborate with mentors and department staff to apply your knowledge and grow your technical and professional skills.
• Work within a team of professionals to apply engineering and industry concepts to solve real-world challenges.
• Participate in frequent 1:1 meetings with mentors and supervisors to facilitate learning and provide progress updates.
• Engage in tech talks and networking opportunities through various social and professional events.

What you'll need#

• Enrollment in a bachelor’s, master's, or doctorate degree program in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Computer Engineering, or Mathematics.
• 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.
• Preferred: Experience working with spacecraft or test hardware, developing and running test scripts, or debugging hardware issues.

Location & details#

• Location: Long Beach, California.
• Term: Fall 2026.
• Modality: Full-time, on-site for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning in August or September 2026.
• Compensation: $28.00 USD per hour.