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Zebra Technologies

2027 Summer Internship (US) - Business Analyst

Zebra Technologies
Lincolnshire, IllinoisPosted 1 day agoDiscoveredMatch locked
HybridFull time

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. Current Business Management is the analytics and operational backbone for Zebra's product lines, turning sales, bookings, inventory and sell-out data into the forecasts, performance dashboards and insights that product, sales and finance leaders use to plan. The team builds data pipelines, run-rate sales forecasting models and AI-enabled tools that replace manual reporting and help the business anticipate demand and market shifts. 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

Core Project: Predictive Sales & Market Driver Analysis - build an automated analytics pipeline and Power BI dashboard that combines Zebra's internal sales data with external market indicators to explain and anticipate sales trends. •

KPI Dashboard Development

Partner with stakeholders to design intuitive dashboards that track critical KPIs such as revenue, channel inventory and pipeline health, performance metrics and product trends in near real time •

Data Fusion

Combine internal sales records (bookings, inventory, sell-out) with external macroeconomic indicators and market trends to build a unified analytical dataset •

Predictive / Driver Analysis

Identify which market drivers most influence sales performance and support the team's run-rate forecasting by surfacing leading indicators •

Requirements Gathering

Interview business users to understand their questions and translate them into clear technical dashboard and data requirements •

AI-Assisted Development & Quality

Use LLM tools (e.g., Gemini and Claude) to write, optimize and debug SQL queries and Power BI DAX, and validate data accuracy so automated reporting is robust and bug-free •

Final Presentation

Present the finished dashboard, key insights and recommendations to team leadership at the end of the internship.

Required Qualifications

  • Current enrollment in an undergraduate degree program in

Business Analytics, Management Information Systems or Data Science

  • Must have an anticipated graduation date between

December 2027-2028

  • Must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Qualifications

  • Power BI; SQL (joins, filters, aggregation); advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, Power Query); introductory Python (pandas, numpy); LLM prompt engineering for SQL/DAX
  • Strong translational communication, detail-oriented and logic-driven, and confident presentation skills
  • Business acumen : Understands the key factors that drive business performance and can connect data and analysis to practical business decisions
  • Quick learner : Demonstrates curiosity, adaptability, and the ability to quickly learn new tools, data sources, and business processes

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 workplace.accommodations@zebra.com. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf Conozca sus Derechos: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp_10_20.pdf 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 workplace.accommodations@zebra.com .

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 .

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Skills

artificial-intelligencesqlpower-billmexcelnumpypandaspython

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