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# Contract Student Worker Technical Program Manager

- **Company:** Zoox
- **Location:** Foster City, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $62,400.0
- **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Confluence, JIRA, Cursor (Graphical User Interface Elements), Programming Tools, Python (Programming Language), Project Management Software, Smartsheet, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/zoox/23cd472d-deac-45f1-8f84-466811ed0223/apply

## About the Role

Zoox's part-time student worker program puts you at the center of one of the most ambitious challenges in transportation. You'll contribute to real projects, work alongside engineers and researchers pushing the boundaries of autonomous technology, and gain experience that goes well beyond the classroom. We're looking for students who bring strong academic foundations, curiosity that doesn't stop at coursework, and a drive to be part of something that matters., * Participate actively in core technical discussions.

 * Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, AI, Robotics, or a related field.
 * Technical Skills: Proficiency in Python and familiarity with modern AI developer tools (e.g., Claude, Cursor).
 * PM Tools: Experience utilizing Jira, Smartsheet, and Confluence for tracking and collaboration., * Soft Skills: Excellent communicator with a proactive, "can-do" approach to problem-solving.
 * Understanding of Autonomy stack, * Currently enrolled in a B.S. or M.S. program in a relevant discipline.
 * Available to commit to a minimum six-month assignment.
 * Able to commit a minimum of 20 hours per week (40 hours preferable).
 * Able to work on-site at one of our office locations.
 * Must adhere with Zoox confidentiality requirements, including refraining from using or sharing proprietary company information outside of Zoox, such as in academic research, theses, publications, or presentations.

## Description

* Manage Autonomy Software program planning and execution.
 * Track and resolve cross-functional engineering dependencies.
 * Drive the adoption of standard engineering processes.
 * Enable engineering team with program milestones and processes
 * Participate in technical discussions and be a partner with engineering in delivering complex programs


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