Privacy Policy

Welcome to ZapIntern! This Privacy Policy describes how ZapIntern ("Company", "we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and discloses your information when you visit our website, located at https://zapintern.com ("Website").

By accessing or using our Website, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not use our Website.

1. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information:

We may collect personal information that you provide to us when you register for an account, fill out forms, or communicate with us. This information may include, but is not limited to:

First Name
Last Name
Email Address
Password
Address
Zip Code
Resume (PDF, DOC, TXT only, max 3MB)
Application preferences (e.g., internship/job types, citizenship status, sponsorship requirements)
Demographic information (e.g., race, gender, LGBTQIA+ community identification, veteran status, disability status)
Transcript (optional, PDF, DOC, TXT only, max 3MB)
Professional references (optional)

b. Usage Data:

We may automatically collect information about how you interact with our Website. This may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, referral URLs, pages visited, and the dates/times of your visits.

c. Cookies and Similar Technologies:

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and recognize you on subsequent visits.

2. How We Use Your Information

a. To Provide and Maintain Our Services:

We use your information to operate and maintain our Website, process your requests, and communicate with you.

b. To Improve Our Website:

We analyze the information we collect to understand how our Website is used and to improve its functionality and user experience.

c. To Communicate with You:

We may use your personal information to send you updates, newsletters, marketing materials, and other information that may be of interest to you. You can opt-out of receiving these communications at any time.

d. To Enforce Our Terms and Conditions:

We may use your information to ensure compliance with our Terms and Conditions and to investigate and prevent potential violations.

3. How We Share Your Information

a. Service Providers:

We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as hosting, data analysis, email delivery, and customer service. These service providers are required to use your information only as necessary to provide services to us.

b. Registered ZapIntern Freelancers:

We may share your information with registered ZapIntern freelancers to apply to internships on your behalf. These freelancers will use your information solely for the purpose of applying to internships and are required to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

c. Legal Requirements:

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).

d. Business Transfers:

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect the information we collect from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

5. Your Privacy Rights

a. Access and Update:

You have the right to access and update your personal information by logging into your account or contacting us.

b. Opt-Out:

You can opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions included in those communications or by contacting us directly.

c. Cookies:

Most web browsers are set to accept cookies by default. You can adjust your browser settings to remove or reject cookies; however, this may affect the functionality of our Website.

6. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.

7. Children's Privacy

Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Effective Date" at the bottom. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

ZapIntern
400 North Ashley Drive
Tampa, FL 33602
Email: support@zapintern.com

Effective Date: 05/24/2024