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Quality Control Intern

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Quality Control Intern

Bedford, MA
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    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.

    Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE: TMO) is the world leader in serving science. With revenues of $20 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our 70,000 employees the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world. The customers we serve fall within pharmaceutical and biotech companies, hospitals and clinical diagnostic labs, universities, research institutions and government agencies. Our products and services help accelerate the pace of scientific discovery, and solve challenges ranging from complex research to routine testing to field applications.

    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 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
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  • Qualifications
    • 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

    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

    At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 70,000 extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our singular mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Apply today!

    Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

  • Industry
    Biotechnology
  • Fun Fact
    25% of our current revenue is generated from products that didn’t exist 5 years ago.
  • About Us

    As the world’s leader in serving science, Thermo Fisher Scientific's professionals develop critical solutions—and build rewarding careers. They help customers in finding cures for cancer, protecting the environment, making sure food is safe, and so much more. When you #StartYourStory with Thermo Fisher, you are guaranteed meaningful work - both personally and professionally.