2027 Summer Internship (US) - People Service Center

Zebra Technologies; Lincolnshire (IL); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Summer Fridays

Social events

Global immersion

Intern allowance

Job summary

Zebra Technologies is looking for a US Summer Intern in Lincolnshire, IL to join the People Service Center and help modernize HR operations. You’ll design an AI-powered case playbook, translate strategy into actionable tools, and prototype friendly, policy‑aware responses to support employees and managers.

This hybrid internship (3 days in office) offers training, mentorship, and hands‑on experiences across HR processes, with about 30+ events, social activities, and an intern allowance where

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or MBA in HR, Management, or Business.
• Anticipated graduation between May 2027 and May 2028.
• Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Develop an AI-Powered Case Playbook: Build AI prompts/agents using Gemini that guides agents through complex, non-standard HR cases.
• Translating Strategy into Action: Develop AI-driven tools to support daily operations.
• Empowering Specialists with Smart Playbooks: Prototype interactive, AI-powered case playbooks for step-by-step guidance.
• Enhancing Communication Speed and Quality: Create prompt templates for empathetic, policy-compliant responses.
• Measuring Time-to-Resolution Impact: Target faster ticket handling and higher employee satisfaction.

Skills

Analytical skills

Documentation writing

Written and verbal communication

Communication skills

Adaptability

MS Office

Integrity

Education

Undergraduate/MBA degree in HR/Management/Business

Anticipated graduation May 2027–May 2028

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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 People Service Center serves as the central operational hub for HR administration, employee support, and transactional excellence. As a core branch of People Shared Services, the PSC is dedicated to streamlining the employee lifecycle, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering high-quality, efficient HR support to workforce members, managers, and external partners.

The department acts as the first line of support and the operational engine behind key HR processes, ensuring that business operations run smoothly and compliant guidelines are met consistently across all regions.

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:

• Develop an AI-Powered Case Playbook: Build AI prompts/agents using Gemini that guides agents through complex, non-standard cases.
• Translating Strategy into Action: This phase shifts our focus from process mapping to active development, building tangible AI-driven tools designed to support daily operations.
• Empowering Specialists with Smart Playbooks: Prototyping an interactive, AI-powered case playbook will provide agents with step‑by‑step guidance to navigate complex, non-standard HR cases.
• Enhancing Communication Speed and Quality: Developing optimized prompt templates will allow the team to instantly generate empathetic, highly accurate, and policy‑compliant draft responses for cases..
• Measuring Time-to-Resolution Impact: This development cycle directly targets our key performance metrics, establishing the groundwork to significantly lower ticket handling times and raise employee satisfaction.

This position requires hybrid work (3 days/week in office) in the Lincolnshire, IL office.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate/MBA degree program in Human Resources, Management, Business or similar
• Must have an anticipated graduation date between May 2027 - May 2028
• Must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong analytical skills
• The ability to write clear, step‑by‑step documentation and knowledge‑base articles.
• Strong written and verbal skills
• 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 $25.00-$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 [e-mail].

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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 [e-mail] .

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.

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.