Internship

Manufacturing Engineering Intern

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Rocket Lab USA

Rocket Lab USA

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides launch services and spacecraft solutions

Industrial & Manufacturing
Aerospace

Compensation Overview

$28Hourly

+ Relocation Stipend

No H1B Sponsorship

Long Beach, CA, USA

Eligible for a stipend to subsidize relocation costs.

US Citizenship Required

Category
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
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 2025
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

Rocket Lab provides comprehensive space solutions, including launch services, spacecraft components, and satellite management. Their main products are the Electron launch vehicle, which is designed for small satellite launches, and the Photon satellite platform, which supports various missions, including those for NASA. The Electron rocket has gained popularity, becoming the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket since its debut in 2018, successfully delivering over 100 satellites into orbit for various applications such as national security and climate monitoring. Rocket Lab differentiates itself from competitors by offering a streamlined approach to accessing space, with multiple launch sites and a focus on affordability and reliability. The company's goal is to make space more accessible and efficient for both private and public sector organizations.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$713.3M

Headquarters

Long Beach, California

Founded

2006

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

11%

1 year growth

32%

2 year growth

77%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for small satellite launches boosts Electron's market potential.
  • Digital engineering collaboration enhances Rocket Lab's design and manufacturing capabilities.
  • Increased government investment in space infrastructure expands Rocket Lab's service opportunities.

What critics are saying

  • SpaceX's dominance challenges Rocket Lab's market share in commercial launches.
  • Neutron rocket development may face technical and financial hurdles delaying its launch.

What makes Rocket Lab USA unique

  • Rocket Lab's Electron is the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually.
  • Photon spacecraft supports NASA missions to the Moon, Mars, and private Venus missions.
  • Neutron rocket aims to be the largest carbon fiber composite rocket globally.

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