About the role#
As a Supplier Industrialization Engineering Intern, you will focus on improving manufacturing operations and quality at critical Zipline suppliers. You will work with cross-functional teams on design for manufacturing, process implementation, and root cause analysis. Your goal is to ensure suppliers meet quality, cost, and delivery targets.
What you'll do#
- Participate in DfX discussions with stakeholders to optimize designs for assembly and efficiency.
- Assist with the planning and validation of assembly lines for product builds and mass production.
- Develop and maintain process documentation, including process flows, FMEAs, and control plans.
- Evaluate and qualify new suppliers against production standards.
- Monitor and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) like first-pass yield and on-time delivery.
What you'll need#
- Completion of at least two years of undergraduate studies in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or Industrial Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Statistics, or Mathematics.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD software, with a preference for NX.
- Understanding of traditional and non-traditional manufacturing processes.
- Knowledge of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and problem-solving frameworks.
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site internship based in South San Francisco, California.
- The term for this role is Summer 2026.
- This position is paid.
About Zipline
Zipline operates an automated delivery system using robotics and autonomous technology. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on logistics for healthcare and retail sectors. It maintains a global presence with operations in countries including Rwanda and Ghana, alongside services in the United States. The organization is based in South San Francisco and employs nearly 1,900 people.
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