14 Sep
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RocketLab
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Toronto
ABOUT ROCKET LAB
Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity's reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.
As an Electrical Engineering Intern based at Rocket Lab's site in Toronto, Canada, you will have the opportunity to support the Space Systems Division in bringing new reaction wheel and star tracker products to market as well as supporting implementation of new electronics design software. The Electrical Engineering team is responsible for the development, test and maintenance of all the flight electronics in our reaction wheel and star tracker products.
WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO
As 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 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
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 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).
- Hands on Experience working with hardware (Arduinos, raspberry pi).
- Experience creating simple circuits and prototyping with a breadboard or break out board.
- Soldering experience.
- Python experience.
- Computer-aided design (CAD) experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Able to work full-time, on-site for a minimum of 16 consecutive weeks beginning January 4, 2027.
COMPENSATION AND OTHER PERKS
Pay Rate: $60,008 CAD Salary.
You may be eligible for a stipend to subsidize relocation costs.
The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the Ontario Pay Transparency Act. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.
Base salary is only one part of Rocket Lab's compensation package for this role. You may be eligible for company stock, or cash incentives, and can purchase discounted stock through Rocket Lab's Employee Stock Purchase Program. Employee benefits also include medical, dental,
and vision insurance coverage; RRSP retirement plan options; paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave; paid parental leave; and other discounts and perks.
Base Pay Range (Ontario Only)
$60,008 - $60,008 CAD
WHAT TO EXPECT
We're on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that's not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other's backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.
FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here .
Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or
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📌 Electrical Engineering Intern Spring 2027 (Toronto)
🏢 RocketLab
📍 Toronto