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About Zipline
nZipline is the world's largest and most experienced drone delivery service. We are on a mission to serve all humans equally by ensuring access to food, medicine and essential goods anytime, anywhere. We design, build, and operate the world's largest autonomous logistics system, delivering critical supplies quickly and reliably. Today, Zipline operates on four continents, makes a delivery somewhere in the world every 30 seconds, and has completed millions of deliveries to date, including blood, vaccines, medical supplies, food, and retail products.
nOur customers include the world's largest and most prominent healthcare systems, governments, retailers, restaurants and global businesses who rely on us to save lives, reduce emissions, increase economic opportunity, and provide delivery from point A to point B as fast as possible. The drone is only 15% of what we've built to enable seamless, reliable, global operations.
nOur system strengthens supply chains, reduces congestion, and gives people time back. With more than 140 million commercial autonomous miles safely flown, Zipline is redefining access to healthcare, consumer products, and food across the globe.
nWe operate at a global scale and are looking for practical problem solvers who thrive on real-world challenges and rapid growth. Our team is motivated by building systems that have a direct, meaningful impact on people's lives and by scaling the future of logistics. We are seeking people who sculpt from first principles, enjoy facing adversity, and can do the impossible at record breaking speeds.
nAbout the Strategic Finance Team
nZipline's Strategic Finance team sits at the center of the company's commercial strategy, partnering closely with Go-to-Market, Marketing, Product, and Engineering to guide critical decisions and build the financial foundation for scale.
nThe team drives pricing, forecasting, partner deal structuring, user and partner economics, and scenario planning across both core revenue channels and emerging products like Zipline Marketplace.
nBlending analytical rigor with cross-functional influence and an entrepreneurial mindset, Strategic Finance uncovers growth opportunities, improves efficiency, and strengthens long-term business value. The team is based at Zipline's South San Francisco headquarters in an in-person/hybrid environment.
nThe Role
nAs a Strategic Finance Intern supporting Operations Finance, you will play a key role in helping Zipline understand and optimize the financial performance of our global operations. You'll work closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and Data teams to build analyses, streamline reporting, and develop insights that directly influence strategic and operational decisions.
nThis role is ideal for someone who loves solving complex problems, is comfortable with data, and wants hands-on exposure to how a hardware-enabled, technology-driven business operates.
nWhat You'll Do
nnSupport Operations Finance with metric development, reporting, forecasting, and financial modeling
nQuery and analyze large operational datasets using SQL (Snowflake experience a plus)
nBuild repeatable dashboards and tools in Excel, Google Sheets, and BI platforms to drive visibility into performance
nPartner with operations leaders to understand drivers of cost, efficiency, and performance across global sites
nSupport ad-hoc analyses related to operational efficiency, unit economics, and scaling strategies
nAssist in month-end processes, variance analysis, and KPI reviews
nContribute to cross-functional initiatives involving Supply Chain, Product, and Data teams
nHelp improve internal processes by identifying gaps and implementing simple automation or workflow improvements
n nWhat You'll Bring
nnA strong analytical mindset with comfort getting into the details and understanding how complex operations function
nExperience with SQL, relational databases, and working with large datasets (Snowflake preferred; experience with dbt or modern data stacks is a plus)
nHigh proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets; ability to build and manage structured and dynamic financial models
nStrong communication skills-comfortable interacting with cross-functional partners who have diverse backgrounds and perspectives
nAbility to work with imperfect information and drive clarity in a fast-paced environment
nStrong organizational skills and a desire to create processes that bring structure and accountability
nInterest in hardware-focused or technology-enabled businesses; experience in technology, healthcare devices, or operations-heavy industries is a plus
nKnowledge of financial statements, accounting fundamentals, and core financial analysis concepts (e.g., unit economics, scenario analysis, return on capital)
nA general athlete" mentality-eager to jump into a wide variety of problems and learn quickly
nPrior experience in operational finance, corporate finance, investment banking, consulting, or analytics is a plus, but not required
n nWhat Else You Should Know
nThis internship is a full-time position, in-person at our South San Francisco office. We will host our Summer 2027 interns from May/June to August/September. Zipline is unable to sponsor work visas for applicants to this position.
nCandidates are limited to three (3) applications within a 30-day period.
nZipline is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws or our own sensibilities.
nZipline is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your point of contact at Zipline know if you require any accommodations throughout your interview process.
nVoluntary Self-Identification
nFor government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file.
nAs set forth in Zipline 's Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.
Worksite address
south san francisco, CA, 94083, US
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