Software Intern Summer 2026

Rocket Lab - Events(4 months ago)

Littleton, COOnsiteInternshipIntern$54,000 - $54,000Flight Software

About this role

A Software Intern at Rocket Lab's Littleton, Colorado site supporting the Flight Software team. The internship provides hands-on experience contributing to spacecraft software development, simulation, configuration, and test tooling. The role is aimed at students enrolled in a computer science, computer engineering, or software engineering degree program with remaining coursework after the internship.

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Required Skills

Python
C
C++
Git
Simulation
Testing
Software Development

Qualifications

Enrolled Bachelor's/Master's/Doctorate in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering
GPA 3.0+
3+ Months Applied Engineering Experience
US Work Authorization (for US offices)

About Rocket Lab - Events

rocketlabcorp.com

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.