Mechanical Engineering Internship-Fall 2024

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern based at Rocket Lab’s site in Silver Spring, Maryland, you will have the opportunity to support the Space Systems Division in producing flight mechanisms for Separation Systems.WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DOAs 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 professionallyWork with a fast-paced group of professionals to apply engineering and industry concepts to solve real challengesAttend frequent 1:1’s with mentors and supervisors to facilitate success and learning while providing progress updatesEnjoy tech talks and network with other interns and employees through social and professional eventsYOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONSIdeal 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, physics or math discipline and have at least one semester of school remaining post internshipGPA of 3.0 or above3+ months of applied engineering experience (internship, laboratory, and personal/team project experience is applicable)THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVEGPA of 3.5 or above6+ months of applied engineering experience (internship, laboratory, and personal/team project experience is applicable)ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTSAble to work full-time, on-site for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning August or September 2024COMPENSATION AND OTHER BENEFITSYou may be eligible for a stipend to subsidize relocation costs