Operations Intern

$44,720 - $59,800/Yr

Life Technologies - Marietta, OH

Full-time - Intern

Marietta, OH

Miscellaneous Manufacturing

About the position

The internship at Thermo Fisher Scientific offers undergraduate students the opportunity to engage in meaningful projects that contribute to the company's mission of improving health and safety. Interns will receive mentorship and leadership development, with a focus on enhancing their skills and preparing for future career opportunities within the organization. The role emphasizes collaboration across various functions and the application of continuous improvement methodologies to drive efficiency and effectiveness in operations.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to identify and address areas to improve efficiency and benchmark with industry best practices.
• Critically review specific processes and proactively recommend opportunities for improvement.
• Use specialized equipment and instrumentation accurately and with limited supervision.
• Develop tools and models to improve tracking and efficiency.
• Learn continuous improvement methodologies (i.e., PPI, Six Sigma) and help promote improvement initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with other functions including program management, engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, and finance to achieve business objectives.

Requirements

• Undergraduate student completing an Engineering-related degree between December 2025 and June 2026.
• 0 years of work experience required; previous related internships preferred.
• Consistent track record of results demonstrating integrity, innovation, involvement, and intensity.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills with a high degree of emotional intelligence.

Nice-to-haves

• Proven competencies and strong character to help lead the organization.
• Energized through championing change and driven in getting results.

Benefits

• Hourly compensation between $21.50 - $28.75 depending on location.
• Relocation stipend of $5,000 for eligible students.