About the role#
Vehicle Systems at Zoox manages the electronics, sensors, quality, and supply chain for our autonomous vehicles. As an intern, you will work on hardware development, quality, reliability, or sourcing. You will join a team focused on building the hardware that powers our fleet.
What you'll do#
- Run electrical or functional validation tests.
- Perform root cause analysis when failures occur.
- Build analytical and diagnostic tools to find complex system issues and improve hardware stability.
- Analyze quality, supplier, or reliability data and recommend improvements.
- Support sourcing projects through data and supplier analysis.
- Present your findings to engineering, quality, and supplier stakeholders.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a B.S., M.S., or advanced degree in Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or Business Administration.
- Expected graduation date between Fall 2027 and Summer 2028.
- Good academic standing and enrollment at an accredited college or university throughout the internship.
- Proficiency in Python or similar tools for data analysis.
- Hands-on experience with lab tools like a multimeter, oscilloscope, or power supply.
- Familiarity with quality tools such as DFMEA, APQP, or PPAP.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Exposure to protocols like CAN, LIN, I2C, SPI, UART, or Ethernet.
- Participation in engineering competitions or custom PCBA projects.
- Previous co-op or internship experience in automotive, electronics, or robotics is a plus.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, 12-week internship beginning in May or June 2027.
- The role is based in Foster City, California, and requires relocation to the Bay Area.
- The work modality is hybrid.
- This position is paid.
- Please note that interns may not use proprietary information for a thesis, published university work, or distribution outside of Zoox.
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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