About the role#
As an Electrical Engineer Intern, you will join our team as a full member with your own projects. We work with you to align these projects with your interests and the needs of our flight and ground systems. You will work cross-functionally with mechanical, software, and systems engineering teams to build and test electronics for our logistics system.
What you'll do#
- Prototype new versions of our battery charging electronics.
- Architect ground support electronics to assist the air vehicle.
- Develop and deploy test equipment for design validation.
- Support design validation campaigns to ensure our products meet reliability requirements.
What you'll need#
- Completion of at least two years of undergraduate studies (Masters and PhD students are also eligible).
- Experience designing and testing a custom circuit board.
- Experience with a project that moved under its own power, such as a plane, car, boat, or robot.
- A history of collaborating on projects as part of a group.
- A sample of work you are proud of or a short note about your prior experience.
- Majors in Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Physics, or Mathematics.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site position located in South San Francisco, California.
- The internship term is Winter 2027.
- This is a paid internship.
About Zipline
Zipline operates an automated delivery system using robotics and autonomous technology. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on logistics and supply chain services for healthcare and retail sectors. It is based in South San Francisco and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. The organization provides delivery networks for medical supplies and consumer goods across multiple countries.
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