Program Manager, Infrastructure Operations Intern [Summer 2027]

Zoox is hiring a Program Manager, Infrastructure Operations Intern [Summer 2027] in Foster City, United States. Level rates it ; you can apply on Zoox.

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As an intern in the Infrastructure Operations team within Fleet Operations, you will support the critical infrastructure that keeps Zoox’s autonomous robotaxi fleet charged, serviced, and operating seamlessly. You will bridge operations, facilities, and engineering to tackle complex infrastructure readiness challenges across multiple depot sites and multi-generation vehicle platforms.

Zoox’s internship program provides hands-on experience with state-of-the-art technology, direct mentorship from industry leaders, and the opportunity to make an immediate impact on autonomous mobility at scale.

In this Role, You Will…

Improve Vehicle-to-Storage Ratios: Investigate and prototype a partner "flex-capacity" parking program to optimize parking ratios—surveying partner APIs for overflow-space booking, scoping commercial/retail partners for overnight capacity, and aligning with security and legal on access controls.
Assess Multi-Platform Depot Readiness: Map charging, service-bay, and diagnostic requirements across Zoox’s vehicle platforms (VH6, VH6+, VH6W, VH7, VT1, VL3) against national site capacity to produce site-by-site gap analyses.
Build Adverse-Weather Return-to-Base (RTB) Plans: Design infrastructure planning for severe weather and contingency recalls, prototyping tools (such as an Overwatch-integrated dashboard) to monitor safe-parking capacity in real time during mass RTB events.
Future-Proof Depot Infrastructure: Evaluate corrosion-resistant cabling standards, evaluate alternate charging connectors (e.g., NACS), scope automated vehicle inspection system integrations, and contribute to the long-term site build roadmap.

Internship Requirements

Currently working towards an MBA, Master’s in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Engineering Management, or related field.
Good academic standing and enrolled at an accredited college or university throughout the internship.
Expected graduation date between Fall 2027 and Summer 2028.
Able to commit to a full-time, 12-week internship.
Ability to relocate to the San Francisco Bay Area, California, for the duration of the internship.
Interns at Zoox may not use proprietary information for thesis or publication outside of Zoox.

Technical Qualifications

Proven track record of managing complex projects with diverse cross-functional stakeholders.
Advanced proficiency in data organization, manipulation, and modeling in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
Strong structured problem-solving, operational planning, and analytical capabilities.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to summarize findings for executive leadership.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-growth, and collaborative environment.

Bonus Qualifications

Prior professional experience in the transportation, mobility, logistics, or automotive sectors.
Experience building complex financial, cost, or capacity models.
Background in operational strategy, program management, or supply chain infrastructure.

The monthly salary range for this position is $5,500 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 offered based on eligibility).
About ZooxZoox 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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AccommodationsIf you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to accommodations@zoox.com 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.

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Program Manager, Infrastructure Operations Intern [Summer 2027] at Zoox rates 34 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

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Key facts

Program Manager, Infrastructure Operations Intern [Summer 2027] is an open job at Zoox.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in Foster City, CA.
The job was posted on November 6, 2026.
Seniority: intern.
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