2027 Summer Internship (US) - Supplies and Sensors R&D

Zebra Technologies • Morris Plains, NJ

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The 2027 Summer Internship prepares students for entry into the business world by providing insight into Zebra Technologies’ functions and potential careers. Interns receive training and hands-on experience, participate in social and professional development activities, and have a professional mentor. The Supplies & Sensors R&D Team develops smart media, environmental indicators, and asset-tracking solutions that connect physical tracking with real-time digital intelligence.

The intern will contribute to the R&D innovation portfolio and pipeline projects, monitor sensor technology developments, and support technical and scientific business needs. The project focus is developing a BLE-enabled printable wristband device that can provide sensor data and real-time location services for actionable insights and data orchestration. This is a hybrid role requiring three days per week in Zebra’s Morris Plains, New Jersey office.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate (MS/MBA) degree program in Material Science, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrochemistry.
• Undergraduate students must have an anticipated graduation date between 2027 and 2028; graduate students must have an anticipated graduation date between 2027 and 2029.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of radio-frequency communication systems and protocols such as NFC, UHF RFID, BLE, and Wi-Fi, and associated small-form-factor passive and active energy systems.
• Materials characterization experience using analytical instrumentation such as SEM, XRD, XPS, Raman, DSC, TGA, UV-Vis, FTIR, particle-size analyzers, optical microscopy, and surface and interface analysis.
• Hands-on experience in 3D printing, small electronics or PCB assembly, or roll-to-roll converting.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Adaptability, learning agility, and willingness to learn quickly, adopt new tools or methods, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and basic familiarity with technology solutions.
• Commitment to ethical behavior and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Develop smart media capable of sensing environmental conditions such as temperature, light, water or humidity, and bacteria using digital and/or chemical methods.
• Contribute to sensor product development and innovation across projects ranging from incremental improvements to potentially disruptive innovations.
• Consider manufacturability, customer experience, and data orchestration when designing smart devices and innovations.
• Optimize radio-frequency systems to improve smart-device communication within technology ecosystems.
• Identify ways to streamline outdated R&D workflows and improve the R&D innovation experience.
• Support R&D pipeline projects in accordance with product development processes.
• Monitor advancements in next-generation sensor technology, including competitive developments.
• Support the business on technical and scientific matters, including complaint resolution and requests for technical information.
• Develop planning, organizational, leadership, technology, teamwork, and interpersonal skills through the internship.

Benefits

• Summer Fridays, as applicable with the team.
• 30+ social and professional events during the 12-week program.
• Global immersion with teams and other interns.
• Intern allowance, when applicable.
• Healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings.
• Community service days.
• Insurance, parental leave, employee assistance program, and paid time off offerings, depending on the country of employment.
• Cash incentive program eligibility; some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern