Mechanical Engineering Intern at zoox Foster, CA

zoox; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 72,540 - 106,020; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Housing stipend

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A cutting-edge mobility company in Foster City seeks a Mechanical Engineering Intern to contribute to transformative projects in autonomous vehicle technology. You will engage in various teams, working on vehicle systems design, manufacturing prototyping, and serviceability support. Ideal candidates are pursuing an engineering degree and have a foundational understanding of mechanical design principles. The internship offers competitive compensation and is an excellent opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge in the industry.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a relevant engineering degree.
• Plan to return to school after internship.
• Maintain good academic standing.
• Available for a 12-week summer internship or a 6-month co-op.
• At least one prior industry internship or relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Work on vehicle systems and body structures.
• Develop automated CNC part programming solutions.
• Support design assessments and maintenance procedures.
• Assist with simulation and validation tasks.

Skills

Mechanical design principles understanding

Experience with CATIA V5/V6

Quality control and process optimization

Data analysis skills

Education

B.S., M.S., or advanced degree in engineering

Tools

CATIA V5/V6

Job description

Mechanical Engineering Intern job at zoox. Foster, CA.

Zoox is transforming mobility with fully autonomous, electric vehicles designed from the ground up for a driverless future. Our mission is to make transportation safer, more sustainable, and accessible to everyone. At Zoox, innovation, collaboration, and a bold vision for the future drive everything we do.

Zoox’s internship program offers hands‑on experience with cutting‑edge technology, mentorship from some of the industry’s brightest minds, and the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to real projects. We seek interns who demonstrate strong academic performance, engagement beyond the classroom, intellectual curiosity, and a genuine interest in Zoox’s mission.

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern

Interns in this pipeline may be considered for opportunities across a range of teams within the following teams:

Body Structures: Develop the next-generation of mobility by working on vehicle systems such as body safety structure, exterior aesthetic components, and electro‑mechanisms, involving engineering design, validation, testing, and concept fabrication.

Manufacturing Prototyping: Develop automated CNC part programming solutions by working collaboratively with Mechanical Prototype Engineering and Fabrication teams.

Serviceability: Support design assessments, inspection and maintenance, tooling development, and repair procedure validation.

Infotainment and Sensing: Support simulation and validation tasks for mechanical sensor structures and define cleanability tests. Note: This specific opportunity is a 6‑month internship.

Program Requirements

• 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 either a 12‑week summer internship (May or June 2026 start) or a 6‑month co‑op.
• 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.
• Interns may not use proprietary Zoox information in university theses, publications, or share it outside of Zoox.

Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of mechanical design principles such as: GD&T, prototyping, design-for-manufacturability (DFM), design-for-servicability (DFS), and design-for-assembly (DFA)
• Experience with CATIA V5/V6 or similar CAD software
• Basic understanding of quality control, process optimization, and yield analysis
• Ability to identify appropriate test assets, data acquisition systems, and perform data analysis

Bonus Qualifications

• FSAE/ Baja experience
• Simulation/FEA coursework

Compensation:

The monthly salary range for this position is $6,500 to $9,500. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level of education. Additional benefits may include medical insurance, and a housing stipend (relocation assistance will be offered based on eligibility).

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.

Accommodations

If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to [email protected] 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.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.