Mechanical Engineering, Intern - Labs (Summer 2027)

DoorDash, Inc.; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

DoorDash Labs in Oakland is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to contribute to the design, analysis, prototyping, and validation of components for the next-generation autonomous delivery vehicle.

You will develop production-quality 3D CAD models and drawings, collaborate in cross-functional reviews, and learn from a senior team highly experienced in robotics and last-mile logistics.

Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical design processes is a plus.
• Interest in robotics and autonomous systems.

Responsibilities

• Design detailed components and sub-assemblies for a high-profile delivery robot with mentor support.
• Build production-quality 3D CAD models and drawings and present in cross-functional design reviews.

Job description

Mechanical Engineering, Intern - Labs (Summer 2027)

Oakland, CA

About the Team

DoorDash Labs, established in 2018, serves as the innovation hub for DoorDash, focusing on developing automation and robotics solutions to enhance last-mile logistics. The team's mission is to create technologies that support and augment human networks, aiming to improve efficiency for Dashers, merchants, and consumers alike. We’re ruthlessly focused on business impact. We are a highly senior team composed of former pioneers from a variety of different robotics industries. As of 2025, DoorDash has completed 10B lifetime deliveries. We’re focused on how to do the next 10B even better

About the Role

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will work on all aspects of the mechanical design process, including design, analysis, prototyping, and validation of components and systems for DoorDash's next-generation autonomous delivery vehicle.

You’re excited about this opportunity because you will…

• Design detailed components and sub-assemblies for a high-profile delivery robot, with the support of your mentor, manager, and team members.
• Build production-quality 3D CAD models and drawings, and present your work in cross-functional design reviews