About the role#
This is a full-time, paid microbiology internship based in Fairfield, New Jersey. The role is an 8-month contract with a rolling start date. You will work on-site and assist various departments with ongoing projects.
What you'll do#
- Complete tasks as assigned by your supervisor.
- Conduct research.
- Help plan and execute projects.
- Participate in meetings as required.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Biology or Biomedical Sciences program.
- Strong English skills and an intermediate grasp of math.
- Ability to solve problems by identifying solutions and making suggestions.
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Capacity to multitask and work effectively within a diverse team.
- A desire to learn and collaborate across multiple teams.
Location & details#
- Location: Fairfield, New Jersey.
- Type: Full-time, 8-month contract.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Pay: $17.00 per hour.
About SGS
SGS provides testing, inspection, and certification services to clients across many sectors including agriculture, industrial manufacturing, and life sciences. The company operates a network of over 2,500 laboratories and offices in 115 countries. It maintains headquarters in Baar, Switzerland. The firm assists organizations with quality, compliance, and sustainability standards.
How to get in at SGS
Applying early to SGS internships helps you get seen before the applicant pile grows too large. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published, so you can be among the first to submit your materials. This timing often makes a difference when recruiters start their initial screening process. You can also improve your response rates by reaching out to the hiring team directly. Intern Insider surfaces the recruiters behind the company roles, allowing you to ask relevant questions or request a referral. This direct approach helps you stand out from the automated queue.


