Contract Student Worker - Charging Infrastructure Partnerships

Zoox; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Zoox is seeking a contract student worker to support charging partnerships and explore AI improvements in workflows. You will work closely with engineers and researchers on real projects while balancing academic commitments.

This role is not a traditional internship and requires enrolled students. Role is on-site, requires at least 20 hours per week for a minimum of three months, and compensation is $30 per hour.

Qualifications

• Identify and work on AI improvements to existing workflows.
• Basic financial modeling in Excel
• Powerpoint/Google slides
• AI platforms (Claude preferred)

Responsibilities

• Create and manage cross-functional review documents and internal follow-ups
• Drafting the initial PR review decks
• Managing post-contract execution to-dos (accounting documents, tracking the Amazon PGs, updating internal trackers, etc.)

Skills

AI improvements

Excel modeling

PowerPoint

Claude

Education

B.S./M.S. student

Tools

Google Slides

PowerPoint

Job description

About Zoox

Zoox is an autonomous ridehailing company building the world's first purpose-built robotaxi - fully electric, bidirectional, with no steering wheel or driver's seat. Backed by Amazon and founded to make transportation safer, cleaner, and more accessible, Zoox designs its vehicles entirely around the rider. We're currently operating in Las Vegas and San Francisco, with Austin and Miami on the horizon, and testing underway across seven U.S. markets.

About Our Contract Student Worker Program

Zoox's contract student worker program puts you at the center of one of the most ambitious challenges in transportation. You'll contribute to real projects, work alongside engineers and researchers pushing the boundaries of autonomous technology, and gain experience that goes well beyond the classroom. We're looking for students who bring strong academic foundations, curiosity that doesn't stop at coursework, and a drive to be part of something that matters.

Role Overview

Administrative scope for charging partnerships. Also identification and work on AI improvements to existing workflows.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage cross-functional review documents and internal follow-ups
• Drafting the initial PR review decks
• Managing post-contract execution to-dos (accounting documents, tracking the Amazon PGs, updating internal trackers, etc.)

Required Qualifications

• Identify and work on AI improvements to existing workflows
• Basic financial modeling in Excel
• Powerpoint/Google slides
• AI platforms (Claude preferred)

Program Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a B.S. or M.S. program in a relevant discipline.
• Available to commit to a minimum three-month assignment.
• Able to commit a minimum of 20 hours per week.
• Able to work on-site at one of our office locations.
• Must adhere with Zoox confidentiality requirements, including refraining from using or sharing proprietary company information outside of Zoox, such as in academic research, theses, publications, or presentations.

We want to be transparent: this is not an internship. The Contract Student Worker Program is designed to complement your academic experience by providing meaningful, ongoing work alongside your studies. Rather than participating in a cohort-based program, you'll join a team directly and contribute to real projects with real impact. While the program does not include structured intern programming or a pathway to full-time employment, it offers valuable opportunities to learn, develop new skills, and gain hands-on experience in a professional environment.

Compensation for this role is $30/hour.

This is a contract position; employment will be through a vendor contracted with Zoox. The hourly rate is as posted, and benefits eligibility is determined by the vendor.

About Zoox

Zoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We're looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.

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Accommodations

If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to [e-mail] or your assigned recruiter.

A Final Note:

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.