The summer intern role at DoorDash Labs focuses on hardware projects within the Vehicle Electrical team, which is responsible for developing autonomous delivery systems. Interns will work on projects such as an on-board charger prototype, motor control circuits, or hardware test benches. The position involves end-to-end project ownership, from design to validation, and requires collaboration with various engineering teams. Interns will present their findings at the end of the internship.

• Pursuing a B.S. or M.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• No more than 2 years of full-time work experience.
• Graduating between Fall 2027 to Summer 2028.
• Available for a May or June 2027 start date.
• Coursework or project experience in power electronics.
• Understanding of motor control fundamentals.
• Knowledge of analog and feedback-control fundamentals.
• Ability to capture schematics and lay out PCBs using tools like Altium or KiCad.
• Understanding of lithium-ion battery charging and battery management systems.
• Hands-on lab experience with oscilloscopes and electronic testing equipment.
• Ability to write Python or C/C++ for automation and data acquisition.
• Willingness to work onsite at the Oakland, CA office.

• Own an end-to-end hardware project in one of three specified areas.
• Design, build, and validate hardware from schematic design to prototype assembly.
• Characterize designs using lab equipment to measure performance against requirements.
• Collaborate with power electronics, firmware, and test engineers.
• Document results and present findings to the team at the end of the internship.