Software Intern Spring 2026

Software Intern Spring 2026

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 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 software intern based at Rocket Lab's site in Toronto, Canada, you will have the opportunity to support the Space Systems Division in developing ground software for acceptance and qualification testing of star tracker products. The software team is responsible for the development, test and maintenance of all the ground and flight software in our reaction wheel and star tracker products.

What you'll get to do:

• Work closely with your mentor and other employees within the department 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 1:1's 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

You'll bring these qualifications:

• 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 internship
• GPA of 3.0 or above
• 3+ months of applied engineering experience (internship, laboratory, and personal/team project experience is applicable)

These qualifications would be nice to have:

• GPA of 3.5 or above
• 6+ months of applied engineering experience (internship, laboratory, and personal/team project experience is applicable)
• Knowledge of embedded development
• Matlab Experience
• Hands on experience working hardware such as arduinos, raspberry pi or
• Experience creating user interfaces for use in production environments
• Experience with unit and integration testing

Additional requirements:

• Able to work full-time, on-site for a minimum of 16 consecutive weeks beginning January 5, 2026.

Compensation and other benefits:

• You may be eligible for a stipend to subsidize relocation costs