Safety Reporting & Benchmarking Intern [Summer 2027]

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Foster City, CA, USA
Hybrid
6K-10K Annually
Internship
Artificial Intelligence • Machine Learning • Robotics • Software • Transportation • Design • Manufacturing
Zoox is an autonomous mobility company that’s created a purpose-built robotaxi to give the world a better way to ride.
The Role
Analyze autonomous vehicle fleet safety data, incident logs, telemetry, simulation results, and operational metrics. Support benchmarking against industry and regulatory standards, build automated data pipelines and dashboards, validate data integrity, and communicate insights to safety, engineering, systems integration, and fleet operations teams. The internship requires a full-time 12-week commitment and relocation to the Bay Area.
Summary Generated by Built In
About Our Internship Program
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.
 
Job Description
Safety is at the core of everything we build at Zoox. The Safety Reporting & Benchmarking team within Safety Strategy & Operations establishes rigorous frameworks to evaluate, benchmark, and report the safety performance of our autonomous driving fleet.
 
In this role, you will synthesize complex vehicle telemetry, simulation data, and operational safety metrics into actionable reports and dashboards. You will work closely with safety analysts, systems engineers, and operations leaders to objectively measure and elevate Zoox's safety standards against industry benchmarks.
 

In this Role, You Will…

    • Analyze Fleet Safety Data: Investigate vehicle operational data, incident logs, and autonomy performance indicators to extract meaningful safety trends and insights.
    • Benchmark Safety Metrics: Support benchmarking studies evaluating autonomous vehicle safety performance against peer standards, regulatory expectations, and internal thresholds.
    • Build Reporting Dashboards: Design and maintain automated data pipelines, dashboards, and reporting artifacts used by safety leadership and cross-functional partners.
    • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Safety Engineering, Systems Integration, and Fleet Operations to translate complex analytical findings into actionable safety mitigations.

Internship Requirements

    • Currently pursuing a Master’s degree (or advanced degree) in Automotive Safety, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Data Analytics, or related technical discipline.
    • Good academic standing and enrolled at an accredited college or university throughout the internship.
    • Expected graduation date between Fall 2027 and Summer 2028.
    • Able to commit to a full-time, 12-week internship.
    • Ability to relocate to the Bay Area, California, for the duration of the internship.
    • Interns at Zoox may not use proprietary information for thesis or publication outside of Zoox.

Technical Qualifications

    • Strong background in safety engineering principles (e.g., occupant safety, system safety, risk analysis, or vehicle dynamics).
    • Proficiency in quantitative data analysis and scripting (e.g., Python, SQL, or R).
    • Experience building clear visual reports and dashboards using modern BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Looker, or Plotly/Dash).
    • Solid grasp of statistical methods and ability to validate data integrity.
    • Strong technical communication skills to explain safety data to both engineering and non-engineering stakeholders.

Bonus Qualifications

    • Prior coursework or project experience in autonomous vehicle safety frameworks (e.g., ISO 26262, SOTIF / ISO 21448).
    • Experience working with automotive sensor data, crash telemetry, or simulation logs.
    • Familiarity with mechatronics or vehicle chassis/occupant protection systems.

Compensation
The monthly salary range for this position is $5,500 to $9,500. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level of education. Additional benefits may include medical insurance and a housing stipend (relocation assistance offered based on eligibility).Interview Process & Duration of Each Interview

About Zoox
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. We’re looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.

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Accommodations
If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to [email protected] or your assigned recruiter.

A Final Note:
You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here 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.

Skills Required

  • Currently pursuing a Master's degree or advanced degree in Automotive Safety, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related technical discipline
  • Good academic standing and enrollment at an accredited college or university throughout the internship
  • Expected graduation between Fall 2027 and Summer 2028
  • Ability to commit to a full-time, 12-week internship
  • Ability to relocate to the Bay Area, California, for the internship
  • Strong background in safety engineering principles, such as occupant safety, system safety, risk analysis, or vehicle dynamics
  • Proficiency in quantitative data analysis and scripting using Python, SQL, R, or similar tools
  • Experience building visual reports and dashboards with BI tools such as Tableau, Looker, or Plotly/Dash
  • Knowledge of statistical methods and data integrity validation
  • Strong technical communication skills for explaining safety data to technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Coursework or project experience with autonomous vehicle safety frameworks such as ISO 26262 or ISO 21448
  • Experience with automotive sensor data, crash telemetry, or simulation logs
  • Familiarity with mechatronics or vehicle chassis and occupant protection systems

Zoox Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Zoox and has not been reviewed or approved by Zoox.

  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare is extensive, with broad medical and vision options, company‑paid disability coverage, and multiple mental‑health resources. Feedback suggests coverage breadth and auxiliary programs support a wide range of needs.
  • Parental & Family Support — Family supports include paid parental leave, additional pregnancy disability time, fertility coverage, and adoption/surrogacy assistance. Backup care and family‑oriented programs further reinforce support across life stages.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Day‑to‑day perks are robust, including free daily meals, fitness subsidies, commuter support, and on‑site amenities. Feedback suggests these lifestyle benefits enhance convenience and workplace experience, especially for office‑based roles.

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The Company
HQ: Foster City, CA
2,900 Employees
Year Founded: 2014

What We Do

Zoox is an autonomous mobility company that was founded to provide a safer, cleaner, and more enjoyable future on the road. To achieve that goal, the company has spent the past 10 years creating a purpose-built robotaxi that gives the world a better way to ride.

Why Work With Us

At Zoox, we are working to solve one of the greatest technological challenges of our generation. From the beginning, we have been focused on our goal of reimagining transportation from the ground up. We are a mission-driven community of innovators working together to create a safer, cleaner, and more enjoyable future on the road.

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