Material Planning Intern (Summer 2027)

Zipline • South San Francisco, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Zipline’s Integrated Planning & Business Operations team plans and drives materials for the company’s expansion into new U.S. metros. The team builds planning and analytical frameworks to support supply-chain health, rigorous planning, vendor partnerships, and component availability for deployment demands.

The Material Planning Intern supports high-level planning and tactical execution for hardware material readiness. The role works closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Global Supply Management to refine reporting structures, improve vendor interactions, and support deployment of major vehicle systems. This is a full-time, onsite internship at Zipline’s headquarters in South San Francisco. The Summer 2027 internship runs from May/June 2027 to August/September 2027 and pays $37 per hour.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in Supply Chain, Engineering, or a technical discipline.
• Strong analytical capabilities and proficiency with data tools, from advanced Excel to SQL or Python.
• Ability to translate complex findings into clear insights for diverse internal stakeholders.
• Collaborative and detail-oriented approach.
• Comfort with ambiguity and ability to independently propose and execute solutions.
• Passion for Zipline’s mission and commitment to making an impact from the first day of the internship.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree (MBA/MS) is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Support maintenance of Clear to Build (CTB) tracking for vital systems, including risk mitigation and cross-team communication.
• Develop automated reporting and visibility dashboards focused on part shortages, shipment logistics, and other planning data.
• Evaluate consumption patterns and propose stocking methodologies to optimize spares management for current flight programs.
• Establish standardized supplier reporting formats for capacity updates and delivery timelines.
• Improve scalable planning workflows and tools to enhance transparency across functional departments.

Benefits

• Relocation support may be available.
• Housing stipend may be available.
• Overtime pay may be available.
• Paid sick time may be available.
• Other benefits may be available, where applicable and subject to local requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern