2024 Summer Internship – Software Program Management

Job Description
Remote Work: Hybrid

Overview:
At Zebra, we extend the edge of possibility by shaping the future of work on the front line—reinventing how businesses run and moving society forward.

We are a community of changemakers, innovators and doers who come together to deliver a performance edge to the front line of business. We develop new technologies and create new solutions with partners to help organizations act with greater visibility, connectivity, and intelligence—delivering better experiences for workers and those they serve.

Being a part of Zebra means being seen, heard, valued, and respected as you define your path to a fulfilling career. Here, you’ll have opportunities to learn and lead at a leading company, and you can channel your skills towards causes that you and the Zebra community care about, locally, and globally.

Together, we’ve only begun to define the edge of what’s possible—for our people, our customers, and the world.

The purpose of this internship is to prepare college 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 you with a full experience so that you can fully envision a career with Zebra. You will be positioned for success with training, exposure to all parts of the business, social activities, a professional mentor relationship and development sessions to help you discover your own performance edge!

You will be part of a team that drives execution of solutions inclusive of concepts definition, market requirements, architecture specifications and governance compliance.

This position is a hybrid opportunity and the intern is required to work in the Lincolnshire, IL office a minimum of three days a week (Monday, Tuesday and Thursday).

Responsibilities:

• Develop planning, organizational and leadership skills
• Increase technology knowledge and skills
• Develop team-based work proficiencies
• Develop interpersonal skills to connect with day-to-day business contacts through follow up activities
• Drive execution of software / firmware program management tasks.
• Collaborate with software scrum masters in an Agile environment.
• As part of this internship, you will have exposure to the folloowing areas of Program Management.
  • Defining and implementing metrics to improve software and firmware development process.
  • Jira dashboards
  • automating manual tasks of Program Manager
  • Enhancement of Program tracking tools

Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:

• Current enrollment in an undergraduate degree program in Computer Engineering/ Computer Science/ Software Engineering or related Engineering fields.
• Must have an anticipated graduation date after Dececmber 2024
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience showing initiative leading an activity outside of academics (ex. started / led a school club)Proficient in Microsoft Office (including Excel, Word, & PowerPoint)
• Experince in leading a School/ Work Project.
• Experince in Software Development.
• 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
• Experience in leading a software team project
• Strong organizational skills.
• Please note this role is located in Lincolnshire, IL and requires an in-office worksite at least 3 days/week.

Zebra is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, 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 workplace.accommodations@zebra.com. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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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 crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Zebra is a federal contractor and is committed to an alcohol and drug free workplace. As a result, all U.S. based employees are subject to the Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy and Procedure.

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: USD 19.00 – USD 42.50 Hourly

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.

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. You can always verify the validity of a job posting or recruiter interaction by contacting us at HRServiceCenter@zebra.com If you are a victim of identity theft contact your local police department.