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2027 Summer Internship (US) - Social Media

Zebra Technologies

Lincolnshire, IL · HybridFull-time$25.5/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$25.5/hr
Location
Lincolnshire, ILHybrid
Role Type
Internship
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Zebra Technologies’ Social Media internship prepares students for business careers through training, hands-on experience, development activities, and mentorship. The intern supports corporate social channels, employee advocacy, and executive thought leadership while contributing to the External Communications team. The role is hybrid, with three days per week in the Lincolnshire office, and is intended for currently enrolled undergraduates graduating in 2027 or 2028.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Professional Social Media UseSocial Media Management ToolsWritingCommunicationAttention to DetailAdaptabilityLearning AgilityMicrosoft OfficeTechnology SolutionsEthical BehaviorConfidentiality

Qualifications

Undergraduate EnrollmentUS Work Authorization Without Sponsorship

Full job description

Hybrid Work

Lincolnshire, Illinois

Full time

JR103617

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

Salary: USD $25.50/hour

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Zebra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability and protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at [email protected].

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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at [email protected] .

Pay Range:

$0.00 - $0.00 Hourly

Zebra Total Rewards:

Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.

Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.

Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.

Job Posting Statement:

To protect candidates from falling victim to online fraudulent activity involving fake job postings and employment offers, please be aware our recruiters will always connect with you via @zebra.com email accounts. Applications are only accepted through our applicant tracking system and only accept personal identifying information through that system. Our Talent Acquisition team will not ask for you to provide personal identifying information via e-mail or outside of the system. If you are a victim of identity theft contact your local police department.

AI Technology Statement:

Zebra Technologies leverages AI technology to evaluate job applications using objective, job-relevant criteria. This approach enhances efficiency and promotes fairness in the hiring process. However, every decision regarding interviews and hiring is made by our dedicated team, because we believe people make the best decisions about people. For more on how we use technology in hiring and how we process applicant data, see our Zebra Privacy Policy (https://www.zebra.com/us/en/about-zebra/company-information/legal/privacy-statement.html) .

Zebra provides the foundation for intelligent operations with an award-winning portfolio of connected frontline, asset visibility and automation solutions. Organizations globally across retail, manufacturing, transportation, logistics, healthcare, and other industries rely on us to deliver outcomes today while driving innovation for what's next. Together with our partners, we create new ways of working that improve productivity and empower organizations to be better every day. Learn more at zebra.com .

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How this job compares

Set against the 6,556 open Marketing jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 5, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$25.5/hr
  • Illinois median$22–26/hr37 hourly ranges
  • US median$22–26/hr977 hourly ranges

This rate, $25.50/hr, is 3% above the Illinois median midpoint ($25/hr) — in the middle half of Marketing hourly ranges in Illinois.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 217 open Marketing jobs in Illinois and 6,556 across the US. 7% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Illinois
Experience
Marketing postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 7 years (4,125 postings).
Education
2,079 of the 6,556 open Marketing jobs (32%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 5, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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