Internship

Quality Intern-Spring 2025

Posted on 9/25/2024

Rocket Lab USA

Rocket Lab USA

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides launch services and spacecraft solutions

Robotics & Automation
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$28Hourly

+ Relocation Stipend

No H1B Sponsorship

Long Beach, CA, USA

The intern must work full-time, on-site for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning January, February, or March 2025.

US Citizenship Required

Category
Materials & Structures
Research & Development
Aerospace Engineering

You match the following Rocket Lab USA's candidate preferences

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s, master's or doctorate 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)
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
Desired Qualifications
  • GPA of 3.5 or above
  • 6+ months of applied engineering experience (internship, laboratory, and personal/team project experience is applicable)
  • Experience using SolidWorks
  • Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning
  • Knowledge of Tolerancing Six Sigma

Rocket Lab provides comprehensive space solutions, including launch services, spacecraft components, and satellite management. Their main products are the Electron rocket, 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 for its reliability, becoming the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket since its debut in 2018, successfully delivering over 100 satellites into orbit. Rocket Lab differentiates itself from competitors by offering a streamlined approach to accessing space, with multiple launch sites and a focus on affordability and efficiency. The company's goal is to make space more accessible for both private and public sector organizations, facilitating advancements in areas like national security, scientific research, and climate monitoring.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$713.3M

Headquarters

Long Beach, California

Founded

2006

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for small satellite launches boosts Rocket Lab's market opportunities.
  • Strategic NASA partnerships position Rocket Lab as a leader in future space exploration.
  • Expansion of launch facilities increases Rocket Lab's launch frequency and flexibility.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from SpaceX's reusable rockets pressures Rocket Lab to innovate quickly.
  • Neutron rocket's 2025 timeline may face delays, affecting larger payload competition.
  • Virginia launch site's operational delays could impact Rocket Lab's launch schedule.

What makes Rocket Lab USA unique

  • Rocket Lab specializes in small to medium payload launches, unlike larger competitors.
  • The Photon platform supports NASA's lunar and Martian missions, enhancing deep space exploration.
  • Rocket Lab's Neutron rocket uses carbon fiber composites, a unique material choice in the industry.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Flexible Spending Account

Company Equity

Wellness Program

Phone/Internet Stipend

Childcare Support

Gym Membership

Employee Discounts

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Professional Development Budget

Conference Attendance Budget

Flexible Work Hours

Hybrid Work Options

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

-1%
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