Talent Acquisition Intern
US$25 / hr base salary
Posted 17 Sep 2026
Advertised as “Talent Acquisition Intern Summer 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, Communications, Human Resources (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 a Talent Acquisition Intern based at Rocket Lab’s Long Beach, California site, you will play a key role in supporting our recruiting efforts across multiple functions. In this role, you’ll gain hands-on experience in the full talent acquisition lifecycle—from sourcing and screening candidates to coordinating interviews and supporting hiring initiatives. You’ll also gain exposure to People & Culture processes that directly connect to recruitment, giving you a deeper understanding of how we attract, evaluate, and onboard top talent at Rocket Lab.
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
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Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s, master's or doctorate program in Business Administration, Communications, Human Resources or related fields 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 recruitment.
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 recruitment.
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Strong experience with Microsoft Office (Powerpoint & Excel)
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Strong time management skills and attentive to details
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Able to work full-time, on-site for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning May or June 2027
COMPENSATION AND OTHER BENEFITS
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Pay Range CA: $25.00 USD Hourly
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You may be eligible for a stipend to subsidize relocation costs