Zipline · 4 weeks ago
Electrical Project Engineering Intern (Summer 2026)
South San Francisco, California, USA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$38/hr - $42/hr
Start in 2026 SummerZipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move by building an instant logistics system. The Electrical Engineering Intern will support the design and deployment of electrical systems for autonomous drone delivery networks, gaining hands-on experience while collaborating with experienced engineers.
DeliveryDronesElectric VehicleHome Health CareLogisticsRoboticsSupply Chain Management
Responsibilities
Support engineers with research, drafting, and documentation for electrical distribution and structure-level wiring designs aligned with NEC and relevant standards
Assist with UL/TUV certification efforts by gathering documentation, preparing technical materials, and coordinating with engineering partners
Help prepare materials, track communication, and support interactions with deployment and construction teams
Implement feedback from Deployment teams to continuously optimize designs for more efficient build and scale
Design electrical distribution of commercial and light industrial ground system projects per NEC and relevant applicable codes and standards
Design structure level electrical wiring and installation approaches
Evaluate all options and a lean budget, select best vendors to ensure reliable and quality services and products
Help document project risks, prepare materials for meetings, support communication across teams, and occasionally participate in site visits for field observations
Create documentation to ensure quality and process refinement between each build to help with consistent scale
Collaborate with engineering and business teams to understand customer needs and contribute to improvements in Ground Systems infrastructure
Travel to Flight Test sites expected on an ad-hoc basis
Qualification
Required
Minimum 3rd or 4th year of a bachelor degree program in electrical engineering or a related field, with relevant coursework (e.g., circuits, power systems, construction)
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to ask questions and learn
Familiarity with engineering tools or concepts such as CAD/ECAD, electrical modeling, or basic simulation software
Clear written and verbal communication skills, especially when summarizing technical information
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and support a wide range of tasks
Curiosity, initiative, and a proactive approach to problem-solving
Comfort with hands-on work and openness to occasional travel (if needed)
An open mind to help us bring Zipline's service to new and existing customers!
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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