2026 Summer Internship (US) - Corporate Legal

The Zebra Legal team is a global, multi-disciplinary group that acts as a strategic partner to the business. We provide counsel on a broad range of legal matters—including intellectual property, global compliance, commercial transactions, litigation, and M&A. The Zebra Technologies Corporate Law Internship provides a law student with hands-on experience in a global corporate legal department and bridges the gap between academic legal principles and their practical application in a business environment.

As a Corporate Legal Intern, you will gain substantive legal experience and exposure to the business operations of a publicly traded company.

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)

What You'll Do: Responsibilities could include:

• Assist with the drafting of contracts: Draft, review, and participate in negotiating commercial agreements, including sales contracts, supply chain agreements, and non-disclosure agreements.
• Support Corporate Counsel: Assist Zebra attorneys on a wide range of legal issues impacting the business, which might include intellectual property, employment law, and global compliance.
• Contribute to M&A Activity: Gain exposure to the corporate mergers and acquisitions (M&A) lifecycle, including participating in due diligence processes and contract integration.
• Conduct Legal Research: Research legal questions and draft memoranda on issues relevant to Zebra's global operations, providing support to the legal team.
• Attend staff meetings and support projects.

What You'll Gain: The Experience

• Mentorship: Work with experienced attorneys who will provide guidance, feedback, and career insights.
• Comprehensive Exposure: Engage with various functions of the Zebra legal team and with cross-functional business partners.
• Development team-based work skills.
• Professional Development: Participate in training programs and development sessions designed to sharpen your legal skills and business acumen.

THIS IS A HYBRID INTERNSHIP LOCATED IN LINCOLNSHIRE, IL. THE EXPECTATION IS AT LEAST 3 DAYS OF IN-OFFICE ATTENDANCE.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current enrollment in an accredited law school program.
• Must have completed at least first year of law school.
• Must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future for the duration of the role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Legal Research skills
• Legal Drafting 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (including Excel, Word, & PowerPoint)
• Intellectual curiosity with a strong desire to learn and grow
• Ability to collaborate as part of a team
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

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 [email protected]. 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 32.00 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.