Stephanie Southon
About Stephanie Southon
Stephanie Southon is a Production Management Intern at Rocket Lab, where she has worked since 2021. She holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Auckland, where she studied from 2018 to 2022.
Work at Rocket Lab
Stephanie Southon is currently employed as a Production Management Intern at Rocket Lab, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is involved in various aspects of production management, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of operations within the company. Rocket Lab is known for its innovative approach to space technology and launch services.
Education and Expertise
Stephanie Southon earned her Bachelor of Engineering with Honours (BE Hons) in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Auckland, completing her studies from 2018 to 2022. Prior to her university education, she attended Botany Downs Secondary College, where she completed her secondary education from 2013 to 2017. Her academic background provides her with a solid foundation in engineering principles and practices.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Rocket Lab, Stephanie Southon gained valuable experience through various internships. She worked as a Lines Investigation Intern at Transpower New Zealand from 2020 to 2021 in Wellington, where she focused on infrastructure projects. Additionally, she was part of the 2020 cohort at TupuToa as an intern, contributing for nine months in Wellington. She also served as a Research and Development Engineer at OutThere in Auckland for one year during the same period.
Internship Experience
Stephanie Southon's internship experiences have provided her with diverse insights into the engineering field. At TupuToa, she participated in a structured internship program that aimed to develop skills and professional networks. Her role at Transpower New Zealand involved investigating lines and infrastructure, while her position at OutThere focused on research and development, enhancing her practical engineering skills.