Finance Leadership Development Program

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Waltham, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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. The Finance Leadership Development Program (FLDP) is an outstanding, accelerated opportunity to develop the vital skills for a career as a Finance leader. The program is led by a dedicated Program Manager with oversight by the CFO and company Finance Leadership Team. FLDP participants will have the opportunity for multiple assignments over two (2) years that provide strategic direction in different facets of Finance while allowing for exposure to our core processes, technologies, and leaders. Participants will gain proficiency with our diverse functional areas 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 LDP alumni across the organization. Rotations will include the following functional areas / business operations: Corporate, Commercial, and Operations Finance, Finance Data & Analytics, Finance Planning & Analysis, General Accounting, Internal Audit, Strategic Pricing.

Requirements

Undergraduate student completing a Bachelor's degree between December 2025 and June 2026 in Accounting, Business Administration, Business Analytics, Economics, Finance, or related field of study.
1+ years of Finance-related experience preferred (i.e. work experience, internships, case competitions, etc.).
Strong desire and motivation to develop as a future Finance leader.
Consistent track record of teamwork demonstrating integrity, innovation, involvement, and intensity.
Energized through championing change, driven in getting results, and savvy in navigating ambiguity.
Ability to interact with and 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.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require sponsorship (current or future) for employment visa status.
Not eligible for F-1, J-1, H-1, OPT, and CPT Visas for the purpose of obtaining practical experience.

Responsibilities

Participate in multiple assignments over two (2) years providing strategic direction in different facets of Finance.
Gain exposure to core processes, technologies, and leaders.
Gain proficiency with diverse functional areas and regions.
Participate in formal development sessions.
Engage with Executive Mentorship.
Utilize Practical Process Improvement (PPI) methodology.
Network with LDP alumni across the organization.