Chemical Operations Intern at Thermo Fisher Scientific in Rockford, Illinois

Job Description:

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)



Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials



Job Description



When you're part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll do important work, like helping customers in finding cures for cancer, protecting the environment or making sure our food is safe. Your work will have real-world impact, and you'll be supported in achieving your career goals. Our staff members are committed to making a difference in our organization, for our client partners and the patients we serve. We seek individuals with proven competencies and strong character to help lead our organization now and into the future.


Our interns receive professional
mentorship
and leadership
development
opportunities to support future career growth with us. Whether you're looking to come back as a repeat intern, transition into one of our Leadership Development Programs, or pursue a full-time position post-graduation, our team is here to support your next step!



How
will
you
make
an
impact?



Our interns are matched to projects based on their abilities and current business needs. All projects will have significant strategic and/or operating importance to the business to which they are assigned.


Summer projects may include the following responsibilities:

• Support laboratory personnel in all aspects of synthesis of organic-related compounds.


• Drive process improvement efforts and perform equipment qualifications.


• Partner with leadership to identify and address areas to improve laboratory efficiency and benchmark with industry best practices.


• Become a process owner; critically review specific processes with great attention to detail and proactively recommend opportunities for improvement.
  
  


• Develop tools and models to improve tracking and efficiency.
  
  


• Learn continuous improvement methodologies (i.e., PPI, Six Sigma, and others) and help promote improvement initiatives.
  
  

Start Date: This internship is set to begin on either May 12th or June 16th, 2025 for a duration of 10-12 weeks - dependent upon student availability per academic calendars.



Compensation & Relocation: Our undergraduate Operations internships offer an hourly rate between $21.50 - $28.75 dependent upon the location you are supporting (aligned to respective cost-of-living guidelines). Additionally, a relocation stipend is offered in the amount of $5,000 if necessary. Student must be located 50+ miles away from the physical location of the internship to be eligible for the relocation stipend.



How
will
you
get
here?

• Undergraduate student completing an Chemistry or Chemical Engineering-related degree between December 2025 and June 2026.
  
  


• Laboratory experience with a strong mechanical aptitude a plus.


• 0 years of work experience required; previous related internships preferred.
  
  


• Consistent track record of results demonstrating integrity, innovation, involvement, and intensity.
  
  


• Energized through championing change, driven in getting results, and savvy in navigating ambiguity.
  
  


• Excellent interpersonal communication skills with a high degree of emotional intelligence.
  
  

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!



To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require sponsorship (current or future) for employment visa status. Thermo Fisher does not offer employment in this position to holders of F-1, J-1, H-1, OPT, and CPT Visas for the
purpose
of
obtaining
practical experience.




Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Illinois is $21.00-$24.00.


This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
  
  


• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
  
  


• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
  
  


• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
  
  


• Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
  
  

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards Apply Now