Rocket Lab
We go to space to improve life on Earth
Space and Defence • Propulsion • Electronic Systems
1001 - 5000
Thermal Engineering Intern - Summer 2025
August 29
🏢 In-office - Los Angeles
Rocket Lab
We go to space to improve life on Earth
Space and Defence • Propulsion • Electronic Systems
1001 - 5000
Description
• You will support the Space Systems Division in shaping Rocket Lab’s future with Photon, our brand of high-performance satellites, enabling innovative missions in low Earth orbit and beyond, including missions for NASA to LEO, the Moon, and Mars and commercial customers. • 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.
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).
Benefits
• You may be eligible for a stipend to subsidize relocation costs. • Base salary is just one component of our total rewards package at Rocket Lab. Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO & 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Other perks include: Discounted employee stock purchase program, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, childcare concierge, and other discounts.
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