System Integration Engineering

Zoox Contract Student Worker ProgramZoox is an autonomous ride-hailing company building the world's first purpose-built robotaxi — fully electric, bidirectional, with no steering wheel or driver's seat. Backed by Amazon and founded to make transportation safer, cleaner, and more accessible, Zoox designs its vehicles entirely around the rider. We're currently operating in Las Vegas and San Francisco, with Austin and Miami on the horizon, and testing underway across seven U.Zoox's contract student worker program puts you at the center of one of the most ambitious challenges in transportation. You'll contribute to real projects, work alongside engineers and researchers pushing the boundaries of autonomous technology, and gain experience that goes well beyond the classroom. We're looking for students who bring strong academic foundations, curiosity that doesn't stop at coursework, and a drive to be part of something that matters.ResponsibilitiesExecute and coordinate validation cycles for Zoox's Manufacturing test infrastructure with a focus on driving test infra stabilityAct as on-call support for the factory, representing the HWSI-FW team as you document, triage, characterize and report stability issues in order to unblock factory operationsProgram RequirementsCurrently enrolled in a B.S. in Automotive Engineering, Robotics, Systems Engineering, Mechatronics, or a relevant technical fieldAvailable to commit to a minimum three-month assignmentAble to commit to a minimum of 40 hours per weekAble to work on-site in Foster City CAMust adhere with Zoox confidentiality requirements, including refraining from using or sharing proprietary company information outside of Zoox, such as in academic research, theses, publications, or presentationsQualificationsAbility to understand and navigate complex technical systemsAbility to grapple with ambiguity and collaborate with cross-functional teamsExperience with Linux, Git, and JiraBonus QualificationsExperience with autonomous vehicles, robotics, or other safety-critical systemsExperience with simulation environments and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testingWe want to be transparent: this is not an internship. The Part-Time Student Worker Program is designed to complement your academic experience by providing meaningful, ongoing work alongside your studies. Rather than participating in a cohort-based program, you'll join a team directly and contribute to real projects with real impact. While the program does not include structured intern programming or a pathway to full-time employment, it offers valuable opportunities to learn, develop new skills, and gain hands-on experience in a professional environment.This is a contract position; The hourly rate is as posted, and benefits eligibility is determined by the vendor.Zoox 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. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to View email address on click.appcast.io 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.