Supply Chain Intern Fall

About Rocket Lab

Rocket Lab is an end‑to‑end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more - all with the goal of opening access to space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.

Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium‑lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.

As a Supply Chain Intern based at Rocket Lab's site in Long Beach, California, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a multidisciplinary team that is responsible for sourcing and procuring parts over the world, managing supplier relationships and finding opportunities to reduce costs where possible, and the delivery of critical hardware to support space systems and launch products.

• Work closely with your mentor and other department employees to apply your knowledge and grow your skills both technically and professionally.
• Work with a fast‑paced group of professionals to apply engineering and industry concepts to solve real challenges.
• Attend frequent one‑on‑one sessions with mentors and supervisors to facilitate success and learning while providing progress updates.
• Enjoy tech talks and network with other interns and employees through social and professional events.

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 program in an engineering discipline, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or Operations Management and have at least one semester of school remaining post‑internship.
• GPA of 3.0 or above.
• 3+ months of corporate function experience within the areas of supply chain.
• Able to work full time, on‑site for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning August or September 2026.

• GPA of 3.5 or above.
• 6+ months of corporate function experience within the areas of supply chain.
• Knowledge of the 5S principles.
• Experience with SQL and/or PowerBI.
• Six Sigma Experience.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations.

• Pay Range CA: $25.00 USD Hourly.
• You may be eligible for a stipend to subsidize relocation costs.

Pay may be adjusted based on job‑related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one component of our total rewards package at Rocket Lab. Employees may also receive company equity and a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company‑sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Other perks include: discounted employee stock purchase program, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts.

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