Rocket Lab Corporation

Flight Software Intern Spring 2027

Rocket Lab Corporation
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2 months ago
Littleton, CO, USAIntern
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Responsibilities

  • Support the MAX Flight Software team in designing and testing flight software.
  • Enhance testing capabilities against emulated hardware.
  • Work with mentors and department employees to apply engineering concepts and develop technical and professional skills.
  • Collaborate across teams and contribute to development projects.
  • Attend mentor and supervisor meetings, technical talks, and professional networking events.

Requirements

  • Be enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate degree program in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.
  • Have at least one semester of school remaining after the internship.
  • Have a GPA of at least 3.0.
  • Have at least 3 months of applied engineering experience, including internship, laboratory, or personal/team project experience.
  • Be able to work full-time on-site for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning January, February, or March 2027.
  • Preferred qualifications include a GPA of 3.5 or above.
  • Preferred qualifications include at least 6 months of applied engineering experience.
  • Preferred qualifications include programming experience in C, C++, Python, or Rust and experience with Git.

Benefits

  • Hourly pay of $27 in Colorado.
  • Potential relocation-cost subsidy stipend.
  • Potential company stock or cash incentives and access to a discounted employee stock purchase program.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) options; paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave; paid parental leave; and other discounts and perks.
  • Full-time, on-site internship lasting at least 12 consecutive weeks beginning January, February, or March 2027.

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