Test Automation & QA Systems Intern at Zoox

Foster City, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

InternshipExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

UnknownVisa

Autonomous Vehicles, TechnologyIndustries

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

Oversee the development of extensive test plans (Autonomy Systems Test team)
Develop standardized simulated test design tooling processes to execute many different scenarios (Autonomy Systems Test team)
Put together triage pipelines for analyzing issues seen during offline and on-vehicle testing (Autonomy Systems Test team)
Work on developer efficiency projects in the software test execution, kickoff, maintenance, and reporting processes (Autonomy Systems Test team)
Improve the tooling of Teleplan testing systems (Autonomy Systems Test team)
Develop and prototype LLM-powered automation workflows which can be embedded into the QA Engineering processes to increase efficiency and automation (AI system integration for automation team)
Build, test, and deploy automation solutions using modern AI technologies (AI system integration for automation team)
Prototype and scale to production agent-based workflows integrating LLMs and Tool APIs into current application (AI system integration for automation team)
Build scalable integration automation frameworks and enhance existing frameworks for automated testing across full stack of tools and vehicle software (Product Software Quality Assurance team)
Design and implement component and integration automation infrastructure, utilizing the latest in AI technology and machine learning paired with vehicle simulations (Product Software Quality Assurance team)
Ensure comprehensive test coverage and reduce manual testing efforts (Product Software Quality Assurance team)
Prioritize automation for repetitive tasks, develop robust regression suites, and focus on edge cases and high-stress scenarios (Product Software Quality Assurance team)
Ensure the end-to-end reliability of ride service software (Product Software Quality Assurance team)

Skills

Test Automation

QA Systems

Test Plans

Simulation

Triage Pipelines

LLM

AI Automation

Agent-based Workflows

Tool APIs

Integration Frameworks

Machine Learning

Vehicle Simulations

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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