When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work. You’ll have the opportunity to grow and learn in a culture that empowers your development. We have created an inclusive, global environment that values the power of diverse talent, backgrounds, and experiences to drive speed, productivity, innovation, and growth.
 

Our internship program will give you a chance to get real world business experience and build your network before graduation. We are seeking an energetic, responsible intern to join our growing organization. In this position, you will be expected to learn the ins-and-outs of our daily routines and procedures. You will focus on learning how our organization runs, and can be expected to gain valuable insight that can further your interest in your chosen career field.

Summary of Internship

The Quality Control Internship position provides an opportunity for science/engineering students who are currently pursuing a life science, engineering degree to get hands-on experience working in a fast-paced laboratory setting. The QC intern will master testing techniques, contribute to improvement projects and learn lean manufacturing practices. The position starts in May or June, paid working 40 hours per week through August.

Essential Functions

• Provide testing support for production and projects/experimental work
• Adhere to Good Documentation Practices
• Collaborate with and contribute to project teams
• Specific tasks will be tailored to the QC intern’s experience level and abilities
• A QC intern works under the close supervision of lab technicians and area leadership

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a cross-functional team
• Willingness to learn, be mentored and improve
• Desire to understand and improve current practices
• Focus on timelines and on-time completion
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented
• Must be able to work safely with chemicals, biologics and hazardous materials

Qualifications

• A student currently enrolled in classes leading to a bachelor degree in a life science or related engineering discipline
• Previous experience in lab setting
• General chemistry or greater science knowledge preferred

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.