About the role#
As a Drone Operations Intern, you will support daily flight operations for our drone delivery program. You will gain exposure to all elements of our operation by rotating through our facilities and working alongside pilots, maintenance technicians, quality and safety teams, and engineers. You will learn our flight procedures and safety practices during your first 30 days and eventually own an intern project aimed at improving flight safety, reliability, or efficiency.
What you'll do#
- Work with pilots, technicians, and engineers to troubleshoot issues and improve procedures.
- Review flight logs and mission data to find trends in safety, reliability, and delivery performance.
- Help run field operations at flight sites, including aircraft setup, loading, and recovery.
- Own an intern project to improve flight safety, reliability, or efficiency and present your results to the team.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a B.S. or M.S. degree in Aviation Studies or an equivalent field.
- Graduation date between Fall 2027 and Summer 2028.
- No more than 2 years of full-time work experience.
- Availability for a May or June 2027 start date.
- Hold, or are willing to obtain, a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.
- Hands-on experience building, flying, or maintaining drones or radio-controlled (RC) aircraft.
- Ability to operate in field environments, including extended periods of standing, repetitive drone handling, and outdoor exposure to varying weather conditions.
Location & details#
- Location: San Francisco, California
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Position: Full-time, paid internship
About DoorDash
DoorDash is a technology and logistics company based in San Francisco. It operates in the local logistics, restaurant delivery, and ecommerce sectors. The company employs over 80,000 people and maintains offices across the United States, Canada, and Australia. It focuses on connecting merchants, delivery drivers, and customers through its platform.
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