Talent Acquisition Intern, Summer 2027

Job overview

The Talent Acquisition Intern, Summer 2027 role is onsite in Long Beach, CA, with compensation of $25 per hour. Rocket Lab builds rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems for space missions. The internship supports recruiting across multiple functions while providing hands-on exposure to the talent acquisition lifecycle and related People & Culture processes, including sourcing, screening, interview coordination, and hiring initiatives.

What you'll do

• Support recruiting efforts across multiple functions, gain experience with sourcing and screening candidates, coordinate interviews, and assist with hiring initiatives.
• Work with a mentor and department employees, provide progress updates, and participate in learning and networking activities.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

talent acquisition intern

summer 2027

long beach ca

rocket lab

recruiting

candidate sourcing

interview coordination

people and culture

$25/hr

12-week internship

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Potential relocation stipend
• benefits may include employee stock purchase plan, medical, dental, vision, paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, parental leave, disability and life insurance, 401(k) match, and additional employee perks. Eligibility may vary by employment status.

Why this role

The internship is full-time onsite for at least 12 consecutive weeks beginning in May or June 2027; candidates must have at least one semester remaining after the internship.

About the employer

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