Supply Chain Intern Summer 2027

As a Supply Chain Intern based at Rocket Lab's site in Silver Spring, Maryland, you will support the team that optimizes inventory levels, manages supplier relationships, and mitigates operational risks to balance high product availability with minimal working capital and freight costs. The Supply Chain and Procurement team manages the end-to-end flow of materials needed to sustain production lines and meet customer demand.

What You'll Do

• Work closely with your mentor and other employees in the department to apply your knowledge and build your technical and professional skills.
• Work with a fast-paced group of professionals to apply engineering and industry concepts to real challenges.
• Attend frequent 1:1s with mentors and supervisors to support your success and learning while providing progress updates.
• Take part in tech talks and network with other interns and employees through social and professional events.

What Success Looks Like

Ideal candidates thrive in ambiguity and enjoy working in small, high-performing teams focused on continued learning and growth. Success in this role is measured by the knowledge and experience you bring, your ability to lead development projects without supervision, and your ability to collaborate across teams to deliver results.

Benefits and Compensation

• Pay range for Maryland: $22.00 per hour.
• You may be eligible for a stipend to help with relocation costs.
• Employees may also receive company equity and a benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid vacation, sick leave and holidays, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance, and a 401(k) with company match.
• Perks include an employee stock purchase program, flexible schedule, catered breakfast and lunch twice a week, and free snacks and drinks.

Level and base salary are determined case by case based on job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience. Benefit eligibility may vary by employment status, and benefit programs are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Rocket Lab is on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth. We value hard work, determination, teamwork, grit, and a commitment to achieving what others often consider impossible.