Engineering Co-Op

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Allentown, PA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Thermo Fisher Scientific’s co-op program is designed to develop future leadership talent. Students who demonstrate exceptional performance, leadership potential, and alignment with the company’s values may be considered for full-time opportunities during the co-op, with employment beginning after graduation. Candidates must be geographically flexible and mobile for the co-op assignment and potential future employment opportunities across the company’s businesses, functions, and locations. Onsite and in-office work is an essential requirement of the role. Projects may involve joining a team that brings new technology or capabilities to the site, as well as providing day-to-day manufacturing support. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with some flexibility. The wage is $21.00–$22.00 per hour. The work environment includes an office and a cleanroom, where restrictions apply to hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, and facial hair. The role requires the ability to lift 40 pounds without assistance. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require current or future employment visa sponsorship. The company does not offer this position to holders of F-1, J-1, H-1, OPT, or CPT visas for the purpose of obtaining practical experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Biomedical Engineering, with expected completion between December 2027 and June 2029.
Demonstrated leadership experience through student organizations, athletics, Greek life, community service, volunteer organizations, campus programs, military service, or other leadership roles.
Ability to influence others, lead initiatives, drive results, and create positive impact within teams and organizations.
Ability to navigate ambiguity, adapt to changing priorities, and solve complex problems.
Grit, resilience, and perseverance when facing challenges, setbacks, or competing priorities.
Strong learning agility, intellectual curiosity, and an innovative mindset.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills and emotional intelligence, with the ability to build relationships across diverse teams.
Geographic mobility and flexibility for the co-op and potential future career opportunities in locations aligned with business needs.
Ability to work onsite and in the office throughout the program and in future placements.
Legal authorization to work in the United States without requiring current or future employment visa sponsorship; F-1, J-1, H-1, OPT, and CPT visa holders are not eligible for this position to obtain practical experience.
Ability to lift 40 pounds without assistance.
Compliance with cleanroom restrictions on hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, and facial hair.