Security Analyst Intern — Summer 2027

Job overview

The Security Analyst Intern role is onsite in Albuquerque, NM, for at least 12 consecutive weeks beginning in May or June 2027. The posting lists an hourly pay rate of $18 for Arizona and does not specify a New Mexico rate. Rocket Lab builds rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems; its Security Team protects personnel, assets, and intellectual property. The intern supports security education, intelligence and risk assessments, network infrastructure research, and physical security work. Working with a mentor and security colleagues, the intern applies academic knowledge to projects and develops technical and professional skills.

What you'll do

• Support security education, intelligence and risk assessments, network infrastructure research, and physical security
• work with a mentor and security department employees
• apply industry concepts to real challenges
• provide progress updates and collaborate across teams.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

security analyst intern

summer 2027

security education

risk assessments

intelligence

network infrastructure

physical security

rocket lab

albuquerque nm

onsite internship

12-week minimum

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• A relocation stipend may be available to subsidize relocation costs.

Why this role

Applicants must be enrolled in a relevant degree program with at least one semester remaining after the internship, have a 3.0 GPA, and have at least three months of general work experience. The posting states full-time, onsite work for at least 12 consecutive weeks.

About the employer

Rocket Lab Corporation is hiring for this role. Industry: Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing. Sector: 33.