Zipline · 16 hours ago
Real Estate & Development Intern (Summer 2026)
South San Francisco, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$32/hr - $36/hr
Start in 2026 SummerZipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move, focusing on equitable access to critical healthcare supplies through innovative logistics solutions. The Real Estate & Development Intern will support the site selection and permitting processes necessary for establishing drone delivery sites, collaborating with various teams to overcome technical challenges and ensure operational readiness.
DeliveryDronesElectric VehicleHome Health CareLogisticsRoboticsSupply Chain Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Support market screening and site selection using zoning maps, land-use plans, setbacks, utilities, easements, and airspace considerations
Conduct feasibility and risk assessments; flag entitlement hurdles, permitting challenges, environmental constraints, title issues, and site-specific limitations
Partner with Engineering/Operations to translate technical needs into site criteria; assemble application packages (site plans, narratives, exhibits) with consultants
Engage with city planners, zoning officials, and building departments to streamline permitting processes
Identify and mitigate preconstruction and construction risks, including permitting challenges, environmental constraints, and site-specific infrastructure limitations
Work with engineering teams to compile requirements, derive a scope of work, then develop site plans and drawings necessary for permit submission
Work with landlords, brokers, and partner real estate teams to align on site readiness, LOI/lease terms, and required exhibits
Prepare comparative site analyses, deal memos, and recommendation summaries for internal review
Maintain project trackers (timelines, budgetary estimates, entitlement status) and provide regular updates to stakeholders
Compile complete handoff packages to downstream teams once sites are entitled and ready to proceed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Others) or Real Estate & Development
Interest in real estate development, civil engineering, and/or pre-construction
Proficiency in construction software (e.g., Microsoft Project), Smartsheet, Bluebeam, (Revit / AutoCAD a bonus)
Ability to interface with government officials, permitting agencies, and community stakeholders to advocate for and secure project approvals
Strong candidates should have excellent communications and problem solving skills
The individual will be based at Zipline's headquarters in San Francisco
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future
Preferred
Bonus: Experience working in aviation, logistics, or autonomous vehicle infrastructure
Benefits
Housing stipend
Overtime pay
Relocation support
Paid sick time
Company
Zipline
Zipline designs, manufactures, and operates drones to deliver vital medical products.
Founded in 2011
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.92BKey Investors
Tiger Global ManagementU.S. Department of StateScottish Mortgage Investment Trust
2026-01-21Series Unknown· $600M
2025-11-25Grant· $150M
2024-06-01Series G· $350M
Leadership Team
Keller Rinaudo Cliffton
Co-founder & CEO
Keenan Wyrobek
Founder, CTO and Product Architect
Recent News
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