Financial Analyst (Summer 2026)

<h4><strong>About Zipline</strong></h4> <p>Zipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move. Our aim is to solve the world’s most urgent and complex access challenges by building the first instant logistics system that serves all humans equally. Leveraging expertise in robotics and autonomy, Zipline designs, builds, and operates a fleet of cutting edge, autonomous delivery drones. We serve tens of millions of people around the world.</p> <p>Joining Zipline’s Emerging Talent program as an intern is an opportunity to contribute to our promise of building a system that provides equitable access to critical healthcare supplies for millions of people. We believe that internships are more than just opportunities to learn by watching or doing low level tasks. We expect our interns to take on meaningful work that actively contributes to moving Zipline’s mission forward, while learning real-world skills that will serve them in their careers for the long term.&nbsp;</p> <p>Join us, and build the future of logistics with the best humans around!</p> <h4><strong>About the Strategic Finance Team</strong></h4> <p>Zipline’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.</p> <p>The 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.</p> <p>Blending 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.</p> <h4><strong>The Role</strong></h4> <p>As 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.</p> <p>This 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.</p> <p><strong>What You'll Do</strong></p> <ul> <li>Support Operations Finance with metric development, reporting, forecasting, and financial modeling</li> <li>Query and analyze large operational datasets using SQL (Snowflake experience a plus)</li> <li>Build repeatable dashboards and tools in Excel, Google Sheets, and BI platforms to drive visibility into performance</li> <li>Partner with operations leaders to understand drivers of cost, efficiency, and performance across global sites</li> <li>Support ad-hoc analyses related to operational efficiency, unit economics, and scaling strategies</li> <li>Assist in month-end processes, variance analysis, and KPI reviews</li> <li>Contribute to cross-functional initiatives involving Supply Chain, Product, and Data teams</li> <li>Help improve internal processes by identifying gaps and implementing simple automation or workflow improvements</li> </ul> <h4><strong>What You'll Bring</strong></h4> <ul> <li>A strong analytical mindset with comfort getting into the details and understanding how complex operations function</li> <li>Experience with SQL, relational databases, and working with large datasets (Snowflake preferred; experience with dbt or modern data stacks is a plus)</li> <li>High proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets; ability to build and manage structured and dynamic financial models</li> <li>Strong communication skills—comfortable interacting with cross-functional partners who have diverse backgrounds and perspectives</li> <li>Ability to work with imperfect information and drive clarity in a fast-paced environment</li> <li>Strong organizational skills and a desire to create processes that bring structure and accountability</li> <li>Interest in hardware-focused or technology-enabled businesses; experience in technology, healthcare devices, or operations-heavy industries is a plus</li> <li>Knowledge of financial statements, accounting fundamentals, and core financial analysis concepts (e.g., unit economics, scenario analysis, return on capital)</li> <li>A “general athlete” mentality—eager to jump into a wide variety of problems and learn quickly</li> <li>Prior experience in operational finance, corporate finance, investment banking, consulting, or analytics is a plus, but not required</li> </ul> <h4><strong>What Else You Should Know</strong></h4> <p><em>Our internships are full-time positions, in-person at our South San Francisco or Dallas office. We will host our Summer 2026 interns from May or June to August.&nbsp;</em></p> <p><em>Candidates are limited to&nbsp;<strong data-start="868" data-end="917">three (3) applications within a 30-day period.</strong></em></p> <p>The starting cash range for this internship is $35 - 39/ hour. Please note that this is a target, starting cash range for a candidate who meets the minimum qualifications for this role. The final cash pay for this role will depend on a variety of factors, including a specific candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, and working location. The total compensation package for each role may also include: a housing stipend; overtime pay; relocation support; paid sick time; and more.&nbsp;</p> <p>Zipline 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.</p> <p>We value diversity at Zipline and welcome applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this position but are not sure if you are the perfect fit, please apply!</p> <p>Zipline 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.</p>