Supplier Industrialization Engineering Intern (Summer 2026)

About Zipline

Zipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move. Our aim is to solve the worlds most urgent and complex access challenges by building the first instant logistics system that serves all humans equally. Leveraging expertise in robotics and autonomy Zipline designs builds and operates a fleet of cutting edge autonomous delivery drones. We serve tens of millions of people around the world.

Joining Ziplines Emerging Talent program as an intern is an opportunity to contribute to our promise of building a system that provides equitable access to critical healthcare supplies for millions of people. We believe that internships are more than just opportunities to learn by watching or doing low level tasks. We expect our interns to take on meaningful work that actively contributes to moving Ziplines mission forward while learning real-world skills that will serve them in their careers for the long term.

Join us and build the future of logistics with the best humans around!

About The Supplier Industrialization Engineering Team

Zipline is scaling drone production and flight operations by more than 20 over the next three years while maintaining best-in-class safety and reliability. You will own the entire supplier industrialization and supplier development engineering functions building the team processes tools and culture that make Ziplines massive scale-up possible without compromising quality delivery or cost.

The Role

As an SIE Intern the projects you undertake will be focused on the improvement of manufacturing operations & quality at critical Zipline suppliers. This involves working with internal & external cross-functional stakeholders on design for manufacturing & assembly manufacturing process design & implementation statistical quality control and root cause analysis to ensure that Zipline suppliers can meet quality cost & delivery targets set for them.

What Youll Do

• Design for X (DfX) Discussions: Participate in DfX discussions with internal and external stakeholders to ensure designs are optimized for manufacturability assembly and efficiency across Ziplines Top Level Assemblies (TLAs) and sub-assemblies.
• Assembly Line Management: Assist with the planning budgeting design procurement commissioning and validation of assembly lines and associated equipment at Zipline for Product Validation Builds and mass production at contract manufacturers (CMs).
• Process Documentation & Training: Develop and maintain key process documentation such as Manufacturing Process Flows FMEAs Control Plans and Work Instructions. Provide training to operators and quality teams to ensure consistent standards in manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Supplier Management & Qualification: Support in evaluating and qualifying new suppliers ensuring they meet Ziplines quality and production standards. Assist in implementing manufacturing processes at supplier facilities to meet the Zipline Approval Process (ZAP) requirements.
• Fixture Design & Automation: Design fixtures for assembly and inspection and propose automation strategies to improve efficiency and reliability both at Zipline and supplier facilities.
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA) & Corrective Actions: Assist in performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to resolve quality issues ensuring these actions are effectively implemented to prevent future occurrences.
• Supplier and Process Performance Tracking: Monitor and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as first-pass yield on-time delivery and cost of poor quality generating regular reports for internal and external stakeholders to drive continuous improvements.
• Continuous Improvement Projects: Assist in Continuous Improvement (CI) projects to enhance manufacturing processes reduce costs and improve product quality at both Zipline and its supplier locations

What Youll Bring

• Must have at least completed the second year of your Undergraduate studies. Masters and PhD students are also eligible.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD Software (NX preferred) & ability to read Engineering Drawings (with GD&T)
• Understanding of traditional & non-traditional manufacturing processes (Machining Injection Molding Sheet Metal Stamping 3D Printing PCBA Manufacturing Mechanical or Electromechanical Assembly etc.)
• Understanding of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) & Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
• Understanding of Problem Solving Frameworks (8D FTA Pareto Analysis etc.) & RCA/ CAPA Techniques used within these frameworks
• Willingness to work in a super fast-paced environment that is in a constant state of evolution
• Be a student pursuing a(n) graduate/ undergraduate degree in one of the following concentrations: Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Aerospace Engineering Industrial Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Physics Chemistry Statistics Mathematics.

What Else You Should Know

Our internships are full-time positions in-person at our South San Francisco or Dallas office. We will host our Summer 2026 interns from May or June to August.

Candidates are limited tothree (3) applications within a 30-day period.

The starting cash range for this internship is $38 - 42/ hour. Please note that this is a target starting cash range for a candidate who meets the minimum qualifications for this role. The final cash pay for this role will depend on a variety of factors including a specific candidates experience qualifications skills and working location. The total compensation package for each role may also include: a housing stipend; overtime pay; relocation support; paid sick time; and more.

Zipline is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws or our own sensibilities.

We value diversity at Zipline and welcome applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this position but are not sure if you are the perfect fit please apply!

Zipline is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your point of contact at Zipline know if you require any accommodations throughout your interview process.