Material Planning Intern — Global Hardware & Logistics

Zipline; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Zipline in South San Francisco seeks a Material Planning Intern to support high-level planning and tactical execution for hardware material readiness. You will collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Global Supply Management to refine reporting structures, optimize vendor interactions, and drive deployment of major vehicle systems.

We are looking for a highly collaborative, detail-oriented student currently enrolled in a Bachelor's program in Supply Chain, Engineering, or a

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a Bachelor's program in Supply Chain, Engineering, or a technical discipline; advanced degrees (MBA/MS) are valued.
• Strong analytical capabilities with proficiency in data tools (Excel, SQL, Python).
• Ability to translate complex findings into clear insights for internal stakeholders.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with comfort with ambiguity and independent problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate high-level planning and tactical execution for hardware material readiness.
• Refine reporting structures and collaboration with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Global Supply Management.
• Improve vendor interactions and drive successful deployment of major vehicle systems.
• Develop scalable planning workflows and tools to enhance cross-functional transparency.
• Support the maintenance of CTB tracking and establish standardized supplier reporting formats.

Skills

Excel

SQL

Python

Education

Bachelor's program in Supply Chain, Engineering, or a technical discipline

Job description

Zipline in South San Francisco seeks a Material Planning Intern to support high-level planning and tactical execution for hardware material readiness. You will collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Global Supply Management to refine reporting structures, optimize vendor interactions, and drive deployment of major vehicle systems.

We are looking for a highly collaborative, detail-oriented student currently enrolled in a Bachelor's program in Supply Chain, Engineering, or a