Ground Systems Engineering Intern Spring 2027

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ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity’s reach to the Moon, Mars,

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Systems EngineerInfrastructure & Cloud

Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity’s reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.

As a Grounds Systems Engineering Intern based at Rocket Lab’s site in Stennis, Mississippi, you will have the opportunity to support the Test Ground Systems team as they provide the Archimedes engine with everything it needs to see for test, and provide the instrumentation, controls, and automation necessary to capture any and all data to accelerate the Neutron Program. The Ground Systems team is an integral part of the testing team, from designing and building new stands and capabilities, to making sure the stand continues to run smoothly day to day every day offers new challenges and opportunities to grow and contribute to the success of the mission.

Responsibilities

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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

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Work with a fast-paced group of professionals to apply engineering and industry concepts to solve real challenges

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Attend frequent 1:1’s with mentors and supervisors to facilitate success and learning while providing progress updates

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Enjoy tech talks and network with other interns and employees through social and professional events

Requirements

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Ideal candidates will thrive in ambiguity and are excited to work in small, high-performing teams that are focused on continued learning and growth. Success in this position will be measured by the knowledge and experience you bring to the role, your ability to lead development projects without supervision, and your ability to successfully collaborate across teams to deliver results.

Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s, master's or doctorate degree program in an engineering discipline such as Electrical, Mechatronics or Robotics Engineering, or physics discipline and have at least one semester of school remaining post internship