Communications Intern (Fall 2026)

Zipline•South San Francisco, CA

20h•$34•Onsite

About The Position

Zipline is the world’s largest and most experienced drone delivery service, on a mission to serve all humans equally by ensuring access to food, medicine and essential goods anytime, anywhere. We design, build, and operate the world’s largest autonomous logistics system, delivering critical supplies quickly and reliably. Zipline operates on four continents, makes a delivery somewhere in the world every 30 seconds, and has completed millions of deliveries. Our system strengthens supply chains, reduces congestion, and gives people time back. Zipline is redefining access to healthcare, consumer products, and food across the globe. We are looking for practical problem solvers who thrive on real-world challenges and rapid growth. Our team is motivated by building systems that have a direct, meaningful impact on people’s lives and by scaling the future of logistics. The Communications Team shapes and shares the company’s story and impact, developing and implementing strategies and tactics to educate audiences about Zipline, tell stories that raise awareness about what we’re doing and the impact we’re having, increase acceptance of and excitement for our system, and cultivate strong ambassadors. Zipline is entering a new phase of growth—rapid expansion in the U.S. alongside continued global scaling. The team is small, highly-autonomous, low-ego and trusted to use strong judgement on building long-term belief and trust in our brand. This role is for an early-career professional to compliment the communications team across all functions, from public relations planning, research and activations, to event support and execution. The intern will be a vital member of a small team that has an outsized role and responsibility for building and protecting Zipline’s global brand and reputation. This internship is a rare opportunity to gain significant hands-on experience with senior communications leaders tackling global tech, policy, communications, and market issues at a growing, category leading startup.

Requirements

Early-career professional with 0–3 years of experience in communications, or a recent graduate majoring in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
Experience working in fast-paced environments; agency, political, or in-house technology company experience is preferred.
Exceptional attention to detail and strong project management skills.
Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, compelling, and accurate content.
Strong interest in the evolving U.S. media landscape, including both traditional and emerging channels.
Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools to build projects, streamline workflows, and drive impact.
Highly proactive, with a strong bias toward action and the ability to adapt quickly in dynamic environments.
Curious, creative, and motivated by continuous learning.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively across teams and functions.
Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.

Responsibilities

Assist in building and executing strategic communications campaigns, with a focus on the United States, but with global reach.
Support the communication team's day-to-day work, including media monitoring, material creation and proofing, pitching, reputation management, event support, and research projects.
Assist in external storytelling, including story mining, social listening, arranging and staffing interviews, drafting messaging and media materials, reviewing and updating company assets.
Analyze news and social media coverage for key metrics, such as sentiment, pickup, message pull through etc.
Conduct research projects, develop proactive story ideas, and write content.
Work cross-functionally with the Communications, Marketing and Brand team as well as Customer Success and Community Engagement teams.