Construction Management Intern (Fall 2026)

Zipline•Fort Worth, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Zipline is the world’s largest and most experienced drone delivery service, aiming to serve all humans equally by providing access to essential goods. They design, build, and operate an autonomous logistics system, making millions of deliveries globally. Zipline's system strengthens supply chains, reduces congestion, and offers fast delivery. The company operates at a global scale and seeks practical problem solvers motivated by building impactful systems and scaling the future of logistics. The Ground Systems Deployment and Construction team is responsible for developing functional drone charging sites, focusing on world-class construction execution that is on-time, on-budget, and uses scalable, cost-optimized designs. As a Construction Management Intern in Dallas-Fort Worth, you will support the rollout of Zipline's systems across multiple metros, bridging the gap between the UAS world and the built environment. Your responsibilities will span the entire process from site identification through permitting, approvals, and construction. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams like Communications, Government Affairs, Engineering, and Operations to address operational and technical challenges and expedite customer site activation. The role requires technical savviness and the ability to build relationships with customers, suppliers, and contractors. You will drive all aspects of project construction for Zipline’s ground infrastructure in the region, including contractor evaluation, bid evaluation, design review, full-scope site construction management, and project completion oversight. You will work with various teams including Deployment, Real Estate, Government Affairs, Finance, Legal, and Engineering to secure necessary approvals and expand the network. Additionally, you will manage external vendors and ensure project timelines align with Zipline’s strategic goals.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Real Estate Development, or related field.
Must have completed the second year of undergraduate studies. Masters and PhD students are also eligible.
Familiarity with construction software such as Bluebeam, Procore, and similar tools.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a willingness to ask questions and learn.
Must be able to travel frequently throughout Dallas-Fort Worth.
Requires transportation (not company provided) and the ability to independently travel to operational sites, events, communities, and partner locations as needed.
Comfort with hands-on work and openness to occasional travel when necessary.

Nice To Haves

An open mind to help us bring Zipline’s service to new and existing customers!

Responsibilities

Support construction projects, site infrastructure installments, construction contractors, and additional real estate development projects ensuring schedule and cost targets are met or beaten.
Help develop improvements to construction methods and processes.
Source and foster relationships with external stakeholders, including local jurisdictions, utilities, landlords, and contractors.
Assist with identifying and mitigating risks associated with pre-construction and construction phases.
Track and communicate project timelines with internal Zipline teams.
Source and manage general contractors and subcontractors across various trades (construction, assembly, electrical) during bid, pre-construction, construction, and site commissioning project phases.
Support construction project quality and site-readiness walks.