Optical Engineering Intern Summer 2026

Rocket Lab - Events(1 month ago)

Toronto, CanadaOnsiteInternshipIntern$52,984 - $73,828 (estimated)Optical Engineering

About this role

The Optical Engineering Intern at Rocket Lab Toronto will join the Optical Team to support development and testing of star tracker products and related flight electronics. The role offers mentorship, hands-on learning in a fast-paced aerospace environment, and collaboration with production, quality, and wider engineering teams. The position requires full-time, on-site availability for a minimum 16 consecutive weeks beginning May 4, 2026.

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Required Skills

Optical Systems
Imaging Sensors
Hardware
Matlab
Python
SolidEdge
Data Analysis
Software Development
Electronics
Testing

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Qualifications

Enrolled in Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate in Engineering, Physics or Math
GPA 3.0+
3+ Months Applied Engineering Experience

About Rocket Lab - Events

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Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company that delivers reliable launch services, spacecraft, and satellite components. It operates the Electron small launch vehicle and is developing the larger, reusable Neutron rocket, alongside technologies for responsive launches and payload integration (including HASTE and reusable‑rocket capabilities). Rocket Lab also designs and manufactures spacecraft, payloads and components and provides mission and launch services to accelerate customers’ access to orbit. The company’s mission is to provide frequent, cost‑effective access to space to improve life on Earth.

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