2026 Summer Internship (US) - Social Media Communications
Lincolnshire, IL
Internship
Onsite
$24.50/hr - $24.50/hr
Intern
Zebra Technologies is a community of innovators creating smart solutions that anticipate customer needs. The Social Media Communications Internship aims to prepare college students for entry into the business world by providing a comprehensive understanding of the various functions within the organization, focusing on expanding Zebra’s brand through social media engagement.
Responsibilities
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
Assisting with the preparation of social media posts for Zebra’s executive thought leaders
Building and planning out the social media content calendar with upcoming posts, campaigns, events, etc.
Utilizing Zebra’s social media management tool to tap into social listening dashboards and reporting
Working on various projects with the Social Media Team and collaborating with other interns
Analyzing and evaluating content to ensure error-free grammar, spelling, and formatting
Work in a hybrid environment while meeting tight deadlines
Qualification
Required
Current enrollment in an undergraduate degree program in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English or related discipline
Must have an anticipated graduation date between 2026-2027
Must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred
Experience using social media networks in a professional capacity
Basic understanding of social media management tools
Ability to think both creatively and analytically to drive towards positive results in a fast-paced, innovative work environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office (including Excel, Word, & PowerPoint)
Intellectual curiosity with a strong desire to learn and grow
Proven leadership and excellence in professional, academic, and/or extracurricular experiences
Ability to collaborate as part of a team
Effective verbal and written communication skills
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)
Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent.
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.
Zebra Technologies delivers barcode printers, scanners, RFID, and mobile computing solutions for business visibility.
