Materials Engineer Intern (Spring & Summer 2027)
Core
Materials intern performing characterization, failure analysis, and testing to validate materials for Zipline's autonomous drone delivery system.
Role type
Entry-level Materials Engineer Intern
Builds
Autonomous drone logistics systems for global medical and retail supply delivery
Domain
Aerospace/Logistics + Materials Science
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
materials characterization, mechanical testing, failure analysis, data analysis (Python/MATLAB/JMP), technical documentation, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
building mechanical systems outside classroom, independent lab troubleshooting, rapid prototyping
Technologies
SEM/EDS, optical microscopy, Python, MATLAB, JMP
Responsibilities
Perform materials characterization using microscopy and mechanical testing; Support failure investigations by examining physical evidence; Evaluate effects of manufacturing processes and environmental exposure; Qualify material or process changes through structured testing; Analyze experimental data and communicate conclusions; Develop or improve test methods and workflows
Seniority
Intern, hands-on IC