2027 Summer Internship (US) - Social Media

Location: Lincolnshire, Illinois

Overview

At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.

Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.

You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about—locally and globally.

Come make an impact every day at Zebra.

What We're Looking For

The purpose of this internship is to prepare students for entry into the business world by providing a thorough understanding of the various functions of the Zebra Technologies organization. The program is designed to provide students with experiences that provide insights into a career with Zebra. Students will be positioned for success with training and hands-on experiences, invited to social and development activities, and provided a professional mentor relationship.

The Social Media Team plays a pivotal role in amplifying Zebra’s brand, building credibility with our customers and partners, and driving meaningful engagement through social-first content. We bring together organic and people-led social efforts including executive thought leadership and employee advocacy to expand visibility and strengthen trust and awareness in Zebra.

This marketing Internship at Zebra will provide you with the foundation to explore and apply for Zebra's Marketing Development Program (MDP). The MDP is a two-year, full-time rotational program offering employees the opportunity to learn from experts throughout the marketing organization at our Lincolnshire, IL headquarters.

US Summer Internship Benefits

• Summer Fridays, As Applicable With Your Team
• 30+ Social and Professional Events in 12 Weeks
• Global Immersion With Your Teams and Interns
• Intern Allowance (when applicable)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Creating engaging, human-centric, and informative social media posts for Zebra’s corporate social media channels.
• Analyzing and evaluating posted content via Zebra’s social media management tool to determine what posts resonate with our audience.
• Utilizing social listening dashboards to track current industry-specific conversations that our teams can lean into for new and relevant social media content.
• Researching, publishing, and writing social media copy for relevant third-party and Zebra content for Zebra’s Employee Advocacy Channel in efforts to increase overall employee engagement and AI visibility.
• Assisting with the preparation of social media posts for Zebra’s executive thought leaders
• Assisting with special projects within the External Communications team
• Develop planning, organizational and leadership skills
• Increase technology knowledge and skills, especially as it relates to Zebra's product portfolio
• Manage team-based work assignments
• Practice interpersonal skills to connect with day-to-day business contacts through follow-up activities
• This position requires hybrid work (3 days/week in office) in the Lincolnshire, IL office.

Required Qualifications

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate degree program in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, Journalism or English
• Must have an anticipated graduation date between 2027-2028
• Must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using social media networks in a professional capacity
• Basic understanding of social media management tools like Sprinklr, Sprout, or Hootsuite
• Exceptional writing and communication skills with a strong attention to detail
• Adaptability and Learning Agility – Willingness to learn quickly, embrace new tools or methods, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Technical Skills – Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and basic familiarity with technology solutions
• Integrity – Commitment to ethical behavior and confidentiality