Export Compliance Intern
US$25 / hr base salary
Posted 12 Oct 2026
Advertised as “Export Compliance Intern Spring 2027”
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- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- On-Site
- Contract
- Internship
| Base salary | US$25 / hr |
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Field of studyBusiness Administration, Information Security, Operations Management (or related)
Study levelBachelor's or higher
ABOUT ROCKET LAB
Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity’s reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.
As an Export Compliance Intern based at Rocket Lab’s site in Long Beach, California, you will have the opportunity to work with the compliance team on the development of compliance policies and creation of compliance manuals. The Global Trade Compliance Department ensures that Rocket Lab follows international import and export laws; develops trade compliance policies; manages the export and import licensing regimen for the Electron, Neutron and Space Systems program; supports customs processes; conducts internal investigations involving trade compliance matters; and screens for trade restrictions.
WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO
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As an intern, you will work closely with your mentor and other employees within the department to apply your knowledge and grow your skills both technically and professionally
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Work with a fast-paced group of professionals to apply industry concepts to solve real challenges
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Attend frequent 1:1’s with mentors and supervisors to facilitate success and learning while providing progress updates
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Enjoy tech talks and network with other interns and employees through social and professional events
YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS
Ideal candidates will thrive in ambiguity and are excited to work in small, high-performing teams that are focused on continued learning and growth. Success in this position will be measured by the knowledge and experience you bring to the role, your ability to lead development projects without supervision, and your ability to successfully collaborate across teams to deliver results.
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Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s, master's or doctorate degree program in a Business Administration, Operations Management, Information Security or related disciplines and have at least one semester of school remaining post internship
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GPA of 3.0 or above
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3+ months of corporate function experience within the areas of operations management, business administration, or related discipline
THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE
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GPA of 3.5 or above
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6+ months of corporate function experience within the areas of operations management, business administration, or related discipline