Government Operations Intern Summer 2027 Verified today
About the Role
As a state and local Government Operations Intern based at Rocket Lab's Littleton, Colorado site, you will learn about Rocket Lab's internal priorities and understand how the Government Operations team implements strategy to achieve these priorities with state and local governments.
What You Will Do
- Work closely with your mentor and other team members to apply your knowledge and grow your skills both technically and professionally
- Apply engineering and industry concepts to solve real challenges with a fast-paced group of professionals
- Attend frequent 1:1s with mentors and supervisors to support your learning and provide progress updates
- Attend tech talks and network with other interns and employees through professional and social events
Required Qualifications
- Enrolled in a bachelor's, master's, or doctorate program in Business Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, or related field, with at least one semester of school remaining after the internship
- GPA of 3.0 or above
- 3+ months of corporate function experience within state and local government, elections, policy, or corporate Government Operations
- Able to work full-time, on-site for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning May or June 2027
Preferred Qualifications
- GPA of 3.5 or above
- 6+ months of corporate function experience within Government Operations
- Knowledge of legislative process
- Knowledge of space policy
Compensation
- Pay: $22.00 USD per hour (Colorado)
- Relocation stipend eligibility
- Access to company stock purchase program, stock or cash incentives (where eligible)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave; paid parental leave; and additional discounts and perks
Eligibility Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (green card holder), or lawfully admitted to the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or Department of Commerce.
Background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offer.