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Global Supply Management Intern (Summer 2026)
CompanyZipline
LocationSouth San Francisco
Work ModeOn Site
PostedDecember 12, 2025

Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
As a Global Supply Management Intern, you will assist in tracking and analyzing supplier performance, purchase orders, and delivery timelines. You will also support sourcing activities and participate in supplier meetings to gain exposure to negotiations and decision-making.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$38 - $42
Company Size
1485
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Zipline was founded to create the first logistics system that serves all humans equally. Our aim is to solve the world’s most urgent and complex access challenges. Leveraging expertise in robotics and autonomy, Zipline designs, manufactures and operates the world’s largest automated delivery system. Zipline serves tens of millions of people around the world and is making good on the promise of building an equitable and more resilient global supply chain.
From powering Rwanda’s national blood delivery network and Ghana’s COVID-19 vaccine distribution, to providing on-demand home delivery for Walmart and enabling leading healthcare providers to bring care into the home in the United States, Zipline is transforming the way goods move. By transitioning to clean, electric, instant logistics, we can decarbonize delivery, decrease road congestion, and reduce fossil fuel consumption and air pollution, while providing equitable access for billions of people. The technology is complex but the idea is simple: a teleportation service that delivers what you need, when you need it. Zipline is inspiring people, governments, and businesses to imagine what is possible when goods can move as seamlessly as information.
To join the team, check out our career page: https://flyzipline.com/careers/
About the Role
<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. </p>
<p>Join us, and build the future of logistics with the best humans around!</p>
<h4><strong>About the Global Supply Chain Team</strong> </h4>
<p>The global supply management team ensures that Zipline has the parts it needs from suppliers around the world in a reliable, sustainable, and cost-effective way. We build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiate contracts, and monitor supplier performance to reduce supply risk. The team also works closely with the design engineering, supplier industrial engineering, finance, program management, and material management teams to understand part design, manage supply against demand, drive cost reductions, and streamline logistics across international markets.</p>
<h4><strong>The Role</strong></h4>
<p>As a <strong>Global Supply Management Intern</strong>, you’ll gain hands-on exposure to the systems, data, and supplier relationships that power Zipline’s global supply chain. You’ll work alongside supply managers, engineers, finance, and operations teams to support sourcing, analytics, and day-to-day execution. This role is perfect for a student to apply classroom knowledge to real-world challenges in procurement, logistics, and global operations.</p>
<p>Your work will directly support Zipline’s mission to deliver essential goods and services across the world while building critical skills in supply chain management.</p>
<p><strong>What You'll Do</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Assist in tracking and analyzing supplier performance, purchase orders, and delivery timelines.</li>
<li>Help prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations on supply chain metrics.</li>
<li>Support sourcing activities by gathering quotes, conducting supplier research, and benchmarking costs.</li>
<li>Work with internal stakeholders to troubleshoot supply issues and identify process improvements.</li>
<li>Participate in supplier meetings and cross-functional discussions to gain exposure to real-world negotiations and decision-making.</li>
<li>Document and standardize processes to help build scalable systems.</li>
</ul>
<h4><strong>What You'll Bring</strong></h4>
<ul>
<li>Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, Economics, or a related field.</li>
<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; comfortable working with spreadsheets (Excel/Google Sheets).</li>
<li>Curiosity and eagerness to learn about global supply chain operations in a fast-paced environment.</li>
<li>Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work on cross-functional projects.</li>
<li>Organizational skills and attention to detail, with a willingness to dive into both strategic and tactical tasks.</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. </em></p>
<p><em>Candidates are limited to <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 $38 - 42/ 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. </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>
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