HIL & System Validation Intern at Zoox

Foster City, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

InternshipExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

UnknownVisa

Autonomous Vehicles, RoboticsIndustries

Requirements

Currently working towards a B.S., M.S., Ph.D., or advanced degree in a relevant engineering program
Must be returning to school to continue your education upon completing this internship
Good academic standing
Able to commit to a 12-week internship beginning in May or June of 2026
At least one previous industry internship, co-op, or project completed in a relevant area
Ability to relocate to the Bay Area, California for the duration of the internship
Interns at Zoox may not use any proprietary information they are working on as part of their thesis, any published work with their university, or to be distributed to anyone outside of Zoox

Responsibilities

Work across the entire AI, sensor, and compute stacks, building robust validation tools for the Zoox Robot (HIL Platform Software team)
Build tools that let us drive the Zoox robot from the safety of a server room, providing a flexible, reliable, and high-performance test environment (HIL Platform Software team)
Build a high-level understanding of the overall system design and component interaction to help guide requirements and methodology for functional and performance sign-off (HIL Platform Software team)
Provide support to teams using the framework (HIL Platform Software team)
Ensure various hardware subsystems work reliably on our vehicle platform on a day-to-day basis (Hardware Software Integration team)
Ensure that the platform continues to grow in a manageable and sustainable fashion under evolving requirements (Hardware Software Integration team)
Prototype and maintain advanced hardware/software tools for system-level testing (Hardware Software Integration team)
Evaluate the vehicle hardware/software architecture and stability (Hardware Software Integration team)
Conduct new product exploration, prototyping of hardware PCBA and systems, testing and characterization of hardware/software systems, as well as automation of tooling and processes (Hardware Software Integration team)
Develop automation and tests, including writing Python scripts, libraries, hardware interfaces, and tests (using standard and internal frameworks) (Systems Integration team)
Work closely with Mechanical, Electrical, Firmware, and Systems engineers to develop module, system, and hardware-in-the-loop tests (Systems Integration team)
Develop automated test scripts for various technology domains, including CAN and Ethernet-based network devices (Systems Integration team)

Skills

HIL

System Validation

Python

Hardware Integration

Software Testing

Firmware

Prototyping

Automation

PCBA

Sensors

Compute Stacks

Zoox

Develops autonomous electric ride-hailing vehicles

About Zoox

Zoox focuses on creating a fully integrated autonomous ride-hailing service designed specifically for urban transportation. Unlike other companies that modify existing vehicles for self-driving capabilities, Zoox has engineered its own vehicle from the ground up, optimizing it for safety, efficiency, and passenger comfort. The vehicle features advanced sensors, cameras, and AI systems that allow it to navigate complex city environments. It can carry up to four passengers in a spacious interior, ensuring a pleasant ride experience. Safety is paramount, with rigorous testing and collaboration with regulatory bodies to meet high standards. Additionally, Zoox's vehicles are fully electric, promoting sustainability by reducing emissions. The company also develops a user-friendly ride-hailing platform that uses data analytics to improve routing and reduce wait times. Zoox aims to enhance urban mobility while prioritizing safety and environmental responsibility.

Menlo Park, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

$1,206.2MTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Energy, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Maternity & Paternity Leave

Vacation & Paid Time Off

Sick Days

Free Lunch or Snacks

Employee Assitance Program

Risks

Increased competition from Waymo and Cruise may impact Zoox's market share.

Expansion into new cities introduces regulatory and operational challenges for Zoox.

Partnership with Williams Racing may divert focus from core vehicle development.

Differentiation

Zoox designs vehicles specifically for autonomous operation, unlike retrofitting existing cars.

Zoox's vehicles feature a unique, futuristic design with advanced AI systems.

Zoox offers a fully integrated ride-hailing service optimized for safety and efficiency.

Upsides

Zoox's expansion into Austin and Miami opens new markets and data collection opportunities.

Partnership with Williams Racing boosts Zoox's brand visibility in the U.S. market.

Hiring former Tesla executive Gao could accelerate Zoox's technological advancements.

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