Strategic Finance Intern (Summer 2027)

The role

You will support Operations Finance with metric development, reporting, forecasting, and financial modeling. You will work with Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and Data teams to build analyses and develop insights for strategic decisions.

What you will do

• Support Operations Finance with metric development, reporting, forecasting, and financial modeling
• Query and analyze large operational datasets using SQL
• Build repeatable dashboards and tools in Excel, Google Sheets, and BI platforms
• Partner with operations leaders to understand drivers of cost, efficiency, and performance
• Support ad-hoc analyses related to operational efficiency, unit economics, and scaling strategies
• Assist in month-end processes, variance analysis, and KPI reviews
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives involving Supply Chain, Product, and Data teams
• Help improve internal processes by identifying gaps and implementing automation or workflow improvements

Required qualifications

• Strong analytical mindset
• Experience with SQL and relational databases
• High proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets
• Ability to build and manage structured and dynamic financial models
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work with imperfect information and drive clarity in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills
• Knowledge of financial statements, accounting fundamentals, and core financial analysis concepts
• General athlete mentality

Nice to have

• Snowflake experience
• Experience with dbt or modern data stacks
• Experience in technology, healthcare devices, or operations-heavy industries
• Prior experience in operational finance, corporate finance, investment banking, consulting, or analytics

Benefits

• Relocation support
• Housing stipend
• Overtime pay
• Paid sick time

Before you apply

• Zipline is unable to sponsor work visas for applicants to this position
• Candidates are limited to three (3) applications within a 30-day period

About the company

Zipline is the world’s largest and most experienced drone delivery service. They operate an autonomous logistics system to deliver food, medicine, and essential goods.