Industrial Design Intern [Summer 2027]
Zoox
Posted 14 Nov 2026, 00:09 ET
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- 1 year+ of experience
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- On-site in Foster City · internship
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About the Role
This internship opportunity is within the Robot Industrial Design team at Zoox.
Key Responsibilities
- Work on a tailored project developing design themes for vehicles and hardware products.
- Gain hands-on experience in building a strong, repeatable design process.
- Refine your own creative style.
- Gain valuable insight into automotive design by working closely with Zoox leaders, designers, surface modelers, and engineers.
Internship Requirements
- Currently pursuing a B.S., M.S., or advanced degree in transportation, industrial, product design, or related 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.
Qualifications
- Completed at least two years of transportation or product design coursework within an accredited design program.
- A portfolio that showcases strong storytelling, clear process documentation, concept exploration, creative problem-solving, and refined aesthetic judgment.
- Strong sketching skills in your preferred medium (paper, digital).
- Foundational 3D modeling skills in your preferred medium (Alias, Blender, etc).
- Collaborative mindset with the ability and enthusiasm to communicate effectively across internal and cross-functional teams.
Bonus Qualifications
- A passion for autonomous vehicles.
- Previous intern experience at an automotive or consumer product company.
Compensation
- Monthly salary range: $6,500 to $8,500.
- Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level of education.
- Additional benefits may include medical insurance, and a housing stipend (relocation assistance will be offered based on eligibility).