About the role#
Zoox is building a purpose-built, ground-up robotaxi. Interns in the Vehicle Development team contribute to the design, analysis, and validation of vehicle subsystems. Depending on the specific team, this may involve working on vehicle integration, geometric packaging, powertrain and electrical systems, chassis, or industrial design. You will work on real projects alongside the vehicle engineering team.
What you'll do#
- Design, model, and analyze components or subsystems using CAD and simulation tools.
- Plan and run tests to validate your designs.
- Analyze test results to identify and resolve issues found during the build or testing process.
- Document your technical work and present your findings to the engineering team.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in mechanical, electrical, automotive, aerospace, systems, or industrial design engineering.
- Expected graduation date between Fall 2027 and Summer 2028.
- Foundational knowledge of design principles like GD&T, design for manufacturability, and design for assembly.
- Experience with CAD software such as CATIA.
- Ability to write test cases and reports, and analyze data using tools like Python or MATLAB.
- Strong analytical problem-solving skills and clear communication.
- Ability to commit to a full-time, 12-week internship starting in May or June 2027.
- Ability to relocate to the Bay Area for the duration of the internship.
- Experience in automotive or robotics co-ops, FSAE or Baja competitions, or simulation/FEA coursework is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Foster City, California.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- This is a paid, full-time internship. Note that you may not use proprietary information from your work for theses or external publications.
About Zoox
Zoox develops autonomous, purpose-built vehicles for mobility-as-a-service. The company focuses on robotics, artificial intelligence, and electric vehicle technology. Founded in 2014, it maintains its headquarters in Foster City, California. The organization employs nearly 4,800 people.
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