About the role#
This internship is a 10-week summer program designed to build a pipeline for future leadership talent. You will work on projects that have direct strategic and operational importance to the business. Interns who perform well may be considered for full-time roles or leadership development programs after graduation. This is an on-site, full-time position.
What you'll do#
- Support industrial and manufacturing engineering projects across site operations.
- Assist with process engineering activities such as optimization, capability improvement, and troubleshooting.
- Drive Lean and continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost.
- Analyze data, perform time studies, map processes, and identify improvement opportunities.
- Implement standard work, visual management, and other Lean tools.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain.
- Track and report on measurable operational improvements.
What you'll need#
- Current undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Process, Systems, or Operations Engineering, or a related field.
- Graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.
- At least one year of previous related internship or work experience.
- Proven leadership experience in student organizations, athletics, community service, or other group settings.
- Ability to influence others, lead initiatives, and drive results.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
- Intellectual curiosity and an innovative mindset.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills and emotional intelligence.
- Geographic mobility and flexibility for the internship and future career opportunities.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Fair Lawn, New Jersey.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Pay: $21.50 - $28.75 per hour.
- Work Modality: On-site.
About Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific operates in the research services industry. The company started in 1956. It maintains its headquarters in Ecublens, Vaud. The organization employs more than 10,000 people.
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