Internship

Integration and Test Intern

Summer 2025

Posted on 10/1/2024

Rocket Lab USA

Rocket Lab USA

1,001-5,000 employees

Launch services and spacecraft solutions provider

Robotics & Automation
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$25Hourly

+ Stipend for relocation costs

No H1B Sponsorship

Littleton, CO, USA

Eligible for a stipend to subsidize relocation costs.

US Citizenship Required

Category
Research & Development
Space & Rocket Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
Required Skills
CAD
Python
MATLAB
C/C++
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)
  • GPA of 3.5 or above (nice to have)
  • 6+ months of applied engineering experience (internship, laboratory, and personal/team project experience is applicable) (nice to have)
  • General understanding of electrical engineering (RLC circuits) (nice to have)
  • Experience with Matlab (nice to have)
  • Experience with C, C++ (nice to have)
  • Experience with Python (nice to have)
  • Experience devising and drawing system/circuits diagrams or basic CAD models (nice to have)
  • Able to work full-time, on-site for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning May or June 2025.
Responsibilities
  • Support the Space Systems Integration and Test Team in design and integration and test support for components and sub-systems
  • 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 sectors. 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 to support a wide range of missions, from national security to scientific exploration.

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 interest in hypersonic tech creates new opportunities for Rocket Lab.
  • Pier 88 Investment's $1.57M investment shows strong financial confidence in Rocket Lab.
  • Collaboration with Air Force Research Lab advances national security space launch capabilities.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from SpaceX as Rocket Lab develops the Neutron rocket.
  • Potential delays in Virginia launch site could impact Rocket Lab's launch schedule.
  • Engineering challenges in Neutron rocket development may lead to delays or increased costs.

What makes Rocket Lab USA unique

  • Rocket Lab's Electron is the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually.
  • Photon platform supports NASA missions to the Moon, Mars, and private Venus missions.
  • Neutron rocket development positions Rocket Lab as a leader in carbon fiber composite technology.

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