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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 30 days Rocket Lab Corporation's roles stay open a median of 42 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 0% of Rocket Lab Corporation's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Rocket Lab Corporation
- low 0 stale, 12 reposted of 455 open
- Hiring momentum
- 683 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Rocket Lab Corporation's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Rocket Lab Corporation.
About this role
As a Mechanical Development Intern at Rocket Lab, you will support the Electron mechanical design team by working on propulsion systems, specifically the Rutherford engines and Stage 3 propulsion system. Your responsibilities will include implementing design solutions for weight reduction and enhanced engine performance, collaborating with senior engineers to set qualification requirements, and participating in testing protocols to validate designs. This role offers hands-on experience with real aerospace technology projects aimed at increasing payload capacity for the Electron launch vehicle.
- benefits
- 4/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Rocket Lab Corporation as an employer.
What you need
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related engineering program
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Hands-on experience with prototyping through engineering project teams, lab research, or through a prior relevant internship or work experience
- Proactive communicator, comfortable seeking clarification and feedback
- Collaborative mindset with ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
- Takes ownership and accountability for task completion by delivering results
Nice to have
- Interest and knowledge in rocket propulsion systems
- Experience with CAD software (SolidWorks, NX, or similar)
- Understanding of materials selection and structural analysis
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes and design for manufacturing principles
- Experience with testing and qualification methodologies
What you get
- Hands-on experience working on real aerospace and space technology projects
- Mentorship from world-class engineers and industry professionals
- Exposure to cutting-edge rocket propulsion systems
- Direct contribution to increasing Electron's payload capacity
- Professional development opportunities in the space industry
- Collaborative and innovative work environment
Worth weighing
- Internship start date is in November 2026, which may be a long wait for some candidates
- Background checks will be conducted for security reasons, including nationality checks due to ITAR regulations
- Candidates must be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations
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Listed by Rocket Lab Corporation on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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