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Thermo Fisher Scientific

17d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Consulting
    People, HR & Administration
  • Waltham

AI generated summary

  • You must be a graduate student in HR or related field, have 1+ years experience, and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, agility in change, and the ability to influence in a matrixed environment.
  • You will engage in strategic HR projects, collaborate with senior leadership, and gain exposure to talent management, acquisition, and employee relations during your internship.

Requirements

  • Graduate student completing a Master's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, or similar degree between December 2025 and June 2026.
  • 1+ years work experience post-undergraduate degree – ideally gained in large, forward-thinking, global organizations. Experience in Life Sciences or STEM-related industry is a plus!
  • Distinguished results demonstrating integrity, innovation, involvement, and intensity.
  • Consultative approach with internal and external partners and ability to cultivate ongoing, meaningful, positive relationships.
  • Energized through championing change, driven in getting results, and agility in navigating ambiguity in a fast paced environment.
  • Confident applying Key Performance Indicators for effective forecasting and propelling continuous improvement.
  • Ability to influence colleagues and leaders at all levels of a matrixed environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills with a high degree of emotional intelligence and strong executive presence.

Responsibilities

  • The Human Resources Leadership Development Program (HRLDP) is an outstanding, accelerated opportunity to develop the vital skills for a career as a Human Resources leader at Thermo Fisher Scientific.
  • HRLDP participants will have the opportunity for multiple assignments over two (2) years that provide strategic direction in different facets of Human Resources while allowing for exposure to our core processes, technologies, and leaders.
  • Participants will gain proficiency with our diverse functional areas, business units, products / services, and regions.
  • Additional learning opportunities include: formal development sessions; dedicated Executive Mentorship; utilization of our Practical Process Improvement (PPI) methodology; and a network of outstanding Leadership Development Program alumni across the organization.
  • Our Summer Associate program is a 10-12 week internship crafted for Graduate-level students and pipelines our HRLDP.
  • Our Summer Associates are matched to projects based on their abilities and current business needs.
  • All projects are developed by our Senior HR Leadership Team and have significant strategic and/or operating importance to the business unit to which they are assigned.
  • Summer projects may include the following functional areas / business operations:
  • Talent Management
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Corporate Total Rewards
  • Employee Relations
  • Other critical impactful initiatives

FAQs

What is the duration of the Human Resources Summer Associate program?

The program lasts for 10-12 weeks and is set to begin on either May 12th or June 16th, 2025, depending on student availability and academic calendars.

What are the responsibilities of the Summer Associate?

Summer Associates are matched to projects based on their abilities and business needs, working on assignments that may include Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Corporate Total Rewards, Employee Relations, and other critical initiatives.

What type of candidates are eligible to apply for this position?

Candidates must be graduate students completing a Master's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, or a similar degree between December 2025 and June 2026, with at least 1+ years of work experience post-undergraduate degree.

Is there a relocation stipend available for interns?

Yes, a relocation stipend of $5,000 is offered to students who are located 50+ miles away from the physical location of the internship.

What is the hourly compensation range for this internship?

The hourly rate for the Graduate-level HR internships is between $28.00 and $31.00, depending on the location supporting the respective cost-of-living guidelines.

Do applicants need to be legally authorized to work in the United States?

Yes, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require sponsorship for employment visa status.

Are there any specific industries whose experience is preferred?

Experience in Life Sciences or STEM-related industries is preferred, but not required.

What type of work environment can interns expect?

The work environment is primarily office-based, with a standard work schedule of Monday to Friday.

What benefits are offered to interns during the Summer Associate program?

While it is primarily an internship, interns have access to competitive hourly pay and may also benefit from being eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on performance.

How does the Summer Associate program connect to future career opportunities within the company?

The Summer Associate program is designed to pipeline candidates into the Human Resources Leadership Development Program (HRLDP), which provides a structured pathway to develop leadership skills within the organization.

Thermo Fisher Scientific

The World Leader In Serving Science

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD.