Test Engineering Intern Fall 2025

Rocket Lab is seeking a Test Engineering Intern to join their team at the Stennis Space Center in Mississippi. This internship offers the opportunity to support the Test Ground Systems team in test operations for the Archimedes engine. The intern will work closely with a mentor and other employees to apply their knowledge and grow their skills, contributing to the success of critical missions.

What this role involves:

• Working with a fast-paced group of professionals to apply engineering and industry concepts to solve real challenges.
• Attending frequent 1:1’s with mentors and supervisors to facilitate success and learning while providing progress updates.
• Enjoying 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 discipline such as Electrical, Mechatronics or Robotics Engineering, or physics 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 August or September 2025.

What this role offers:

• Opportunity to work on the Archimedes engine.
• Stipend to subsidize relocation costs.