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 Enterprise Mobile Computing (EMC) Mechanical Development Team is responsible for designing, manufacturing, and testing Zebra’s mobile computers. The Mechanical Team Intern will have the opportunity to work on several different projects ranging from proof-of-concept prototypes requiring 3D modeling/printing/measurement and CT scan, to design of experiments for new test procedures, competitive benchmarking, and leveraging generative AI tools to accelerate design exploration, data analysis, and technical documentation.
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:
- Work both individually and on cross-functional teams to enhance their engineering skills and complete their projects.
- Work with PTC Creo 3D modeling software
- Learn design and manufacturing best practices
- Apply modern AI-assisted engineering workflows while gaining an understanding of Zebra product requirements
- 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 Holtsville, NY office.
Required Qualifications:
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate degree program in Mechanical Engineering
- Must have an anticipated graduation date between 2027-2029
- Must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred Qualifications:
- Fast learner with strong initiative and independent problem-solving skills
- Well organized with excellent task and time-management capabilities
- Working knowledge or proficiency in PTC Creo (or equivalent 3D CAD software)
- Communication Skills – Clear and effective verbal and written communication
- 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 $30.00-$33.00/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.
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate Mechanical Engineering degree program
- Anticipated graduation date between 2027 and 2029
- Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future
- Fast learner with strong initiative and independent problem-solving skills
- Well organized with excellent task and time-management capabilities
- Working knowledge or proficiency in PTC Creo or equivalent 3D CAD software
- Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
- Adaptability and willingness to learn new tools and methods
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Basic familiarity with technology solutions
- Commitment to ethical behavior and confidentiality
Zebra Technologies Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Zebra Technologies and has not been reviewed or approved by Zebra Technologies.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Incentive programs include an annual cash bonus plan for regular employees and robust commission structures in sales, forming a meaningful part of total compensation. These incentives are consistently available and valued in corporate, administrative, and sales roles.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is comprehensive, complemented by company-paid life and disability insurance, telemedicine access, and an EAP. Coverage quality is generally regarded as strong across official materials and documented program summaries.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings include robust PTO, paid holidays, a company-wide zDay, volunteer time off, and meeting-light or flexible Friday programs. Paid parental leave and community service days further expand leave options, with availability outlined on company benefits pages.
Zebra Technologies Insights
What We Do
Zebra empowers those on the front line in retail, health care, transportation and logistics, manufacturing and other industries to achieve a performance edge -- an edge that translates to delighted customers, good patient outcomes and superior business results. As the pioneer at the edge of the enterprise, our products, software, services, analytics and solutions are used to intelligently connect your people, assets and data. With decades of industry experience, we design with front-line users and workplaces in mind, providing the best-action guidance needed to optimize in-motion operations and make business-critical decisions. With over 10,000 partners across 100 countries, we are committed to delivering industry-tailored solutions that help our customers capture their edge.
