Zoox · 10 hours ago
Technical Program Management Intern, Manufacturing Operational Excellence
Foster City, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$6,500/mo - $7,500/mo
Start in 2026 SpringZoox is transforming mobility with fully autonomous electric vehicles designed for a driverless future. They are seeking a Technical Program Management Intern to work within the Manufacturing Operations Program Management team, focusing on improving processes and supporting operational excellence initiatives.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesMachine LearningRoboticsTransportation
Responsibilities
Partner with cross-functional teams (GA, Manufacturing Execution, Quality, Logistics, Business Applications, and others) to create and optimize business processes
Identify process inefficiencies across MOPS and drive actions toward resolution
Develop data-driven tools, dashboards, and workflows to streamline operations and generate insights
Clean, analyze, and interpret operational data to support business cases for efficiency improvements
Document and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent and effective execution
Support New Product Introduction (NPI) change management, including stakeholder coordination and communication planning
Perform gap analysis by mapping current-state vs. future-state processes
Observe production processes to identify variability and recommend standardization opportunities
Coordinate workshops and training sessions to roll out new processes and best practices
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a B.S., M.S., or other advanced degree in a relevant engineering field
Plan to return to school after completing the internship
Maintain good academic standing
Available to commit to a 12-week internship beginning in May or June 2026
At least one prior industry internship, co-op, or relevant project experience
Willing and able to relocate to the Bay Area, California, for the duration of the internship
Strong analytical skills with the ability to break down complex processes and identify inefficiencies
Familiarity with basic project management tools and frameworks (e.g., Gantt charts, RACI, Kanban)
Ability to communicate clearly with both frontline operators and senior leadership
Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets, including data hygiene and basic trend analysis
Preferred
Exposure to SAP ERP or Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
Background or coursework in manufacturing, supply chain, or logistics
Experience with SQL, Smartsheet, Databricks, or Looker
Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma concepts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Housing stipend
Relocation assistance will be offered based on eligibility
Company
Zoox
Zoox is an AI robotics company that provides mobility-as-a-service and self-driving car services. It is a sub-organization of Amazon.
Founded in 2014
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$955MKey Investors
Grok Ventures
2020-06-26Acquired
2019-10-21Convertible Note· $200M
2018-07-08Series B· $465M
Leadership Team
Nelson Pedreiro
Sr. Vice President, Hardware
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Zheng Gao
Director of Hardware Engineering
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