Technical Program Management Intern, AI Tools Development

Zoox•Foster City, CA

About The Position

Zoox is transforming mobility with fully autonomous, electric vehicles designed from the ground up for a driverless future. Our mission is to make transportation safer, more sustainable, and accessible to everyone. At Zoox, innovation, collaboration, and a bold vision for the future drive everything we do. Zoox’s internship program offers hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology, mentorship from some of the industry’s brightest minds, and the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to real projects. We seek interns who demonstrate strong academic performance, engagement beyond the classroom, intellectual curiosity, and a genuine interest in Zoox’s mission. This internship opportunity is within the Manufacturing Operations Program Management Team, which focuses on Technical Program Management across all teams within the department. Interns on this team will have the chance to work on Creating AI Tools for MOPS Teams, gaining valuable experience and insight into Automation and AI.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a B.S., M.S., or other advanced degree in Computer Science or relevant engineering field.
Plan to return to school after completing the internship.
Maintain good academic standing.
Available to commit to a 12-week internship beginning in May or June 2026.
At least one prior industry internship, co-op, or relevant project experience.
Willing and able to relocate to the Bay Area, California, for the duration of the internship.
Interns may not use proprietary Zoox information in university theses, publications, or share it outside of Zoox.
Familiarity with at least one programming language (Python, JavaScript, Java, C++).
Basic understanding of AI/ML concepts through coursework or self-study.
Familiarity with data analysis, process optimization, or workflow automation tools.
Self-motivated, eager to learn, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
Good written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience building AI-powered applications or tools.
Familiarity with LLMs, prompt engineering, or AI agent frameworks.
Previous internship experience in technical program management or software development.
Understanding of agile development methodologies.
Experience with version control systems (Git).

Responsibilities

Implement AI-powered tools including LLMs and Copilots to enhance efficiency and automation for Manufacturing Operations teams.
Analyze operational data to inform tool development and measure impact.
Build and improve AI solutions based on user feedback and requirements.
Document technical implementations and create user guides for applied tools.
Present project progress and results to team leadership and stakeholders.
Contribute to the team's AI/automation strategy and best practices.