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Aircraft Software Integration Intern (Spring 2027)

Zipline
Location
South San Francisco, California, USA
Posted
16 days ago
Department
2027 Internships
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
  • Familiarity with Python for scientific programming (libraries such as NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, Plotly, etc.).
  • Basic understanding of SQL for querying and working with data.
  • Coursework or experience with statistics, linear algebra, or numerical methods.
  • Curiosity and analytical thinking to approach technical challenges.
  • Willingness to communicate findings clearly with technical and non-technical teammates.
Nice to have
  • Exposure to software development practices (version control with Git, debugging, documentation).
  • Familiarity with machine learning concepts or frameworks (e.g., Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, Keras).
  • Experience in Robotics/Automation: Prior exposure to robotics systems, automation, or sensor data (through coursework, projects, or clubs).
  • Exposure to object-oriented programming (e.g., C++ or Java).
  • Familiarity with cloud services (AWS, GCP, Azure) or big data tools (Spark, Hadoop).
What the job really is

As a Software Integration Intern at Zipline, you will engage in hands-on work that combines robotics, embedded software, and systems engineering. Your responsibilities will include testing and integrating software features for autonomous aircraft, analyzing datasets, developing visualizations, and supporting software development tasks. This role offers an opportunity to learn about safety-critical systems while contributing to impactful technology that serves communities globally.

Benefits
  • Starting cash range for this internship is $54/hour.
  • Potential housing stipend, overtime pay, relocation support, paid sick time, and more.
Things to weigh
  • Internship is full-time and in-person at the South San Francisco office.
  • Candidates are limited to three applications within a 30-day period.
  • No specific mention of mentorship or training structure during the internship.
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