Zipline · 4 weeks ago
Strategic Operations Intern – Data & Tooling (Summer 2026)
South San Francisco, California, USA
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
$32/hr - $36/hr
Start in 2026 SpringZipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move by building an instant logistics system. The Strategic Operations Intern will build technical infrastructure to support scaling Zipline's drone delivery network, focusing on data models, automation, and internal tools.
DeliveryDronesElectric VehicleHome Health CareLogisticsRoboticsSupply Chain Management
Responsibilities
Streamline and document core data models that support forecasting, operational performance measurement, and site-level decision-making - ensuring all the necessary data is accessible and well defined
Develop internal tools and scripts (e.g., Python, SQL, web dashboards) that automate manual workflows and improve operational efficiency
Partner with Data Platform to productionize new pipelines or enhance existing ones to ensure data quality, reliability, and scalability
Work with Business Operations, Maintenance, and Site Ops to deeply understand operational pain points and translate them into technical requirements
Prototype and test new tooling solutions—everything from simplified UIs to backend automation to new analytical frameworks
Create dashboards and analytics artifacts (Mode, ThoughtSpot, Looker) to drive better visibility into fleet performance, throughput, and scaling constraints
Qualification
Required
Experience working with SQL and at least one programming language (Python strongly preferred)
Exposure to data modeling, ETL, or analytics engineering concepts
Ability to translate operational needs into clean technical solutions—and iterate quickly as you gather feedback
Comfort working with messy, real-world data and ambiguity
Strong problem-solving skills and an inclination toward automation over manual work
Experience building small internal tools, scripts, or dashboards in past projects, coursework, or internships
Excitement for learning how software, data, and operations intersect in a real production environment
Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related technical field
Preferred
Experience with Snowflake, dbt, or similar pipeline tools
Familiarity with web app frameworks (Flask, FastAPI, React)
Previous exposure to operations, logistics, or robotics environments
Benefits
Housing stipend
Overtime pay
Relocation support
Paid sick time
And more.
Company
Zipline
Zipline designs, manufactures, and operates drones to deliver vital medical products.
Founded in 2011
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$971MKey Investors
U.S. Department of StateThe Rise FundKatalyst Ventures
2025-11-25Grant· $150M
2023-04-28Series F· $330M
2021-06-30Series E· $250M
Leadership Team
Keller Rinaudo Cliffton
Co-founder & CEO
Keenan Wyrobek
Founder, CTO and Product Architect
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