Intern - Clinical Diagnostic Lab Assistant

Labcorp • Houston, TX

36d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Labcorp’s 2026 Global Internship Program and take the first step toward a meaningful career in healthcare innovation! We’re looking for motivated students to be part of a dynamic 11-week paid internship where you’ll work on impactful projects and gain real-world experience, all while supporting our mission to improve health and improve lives. As a Labcorp intern, you’ll be immersed in hands-on work that complements your academic background. In addition to your project work, you’ll gain valuable exposure to Labcorp’s global business, culture, and leadership through: Enterprise-wide learning experiences that introduce you to key business functions across Labcorp Leadership exposure and visibility , including direct interaction with senior leaders An immersive, in-person intern event June 2 - 4, 2026 designed to connect you with peers and deepen your understanding of our mission Senior leader speaker sessions offering insights into strategy, innovation, and career growth Continuous opportunities to connect and grow, from intern cohort communication channels and LinkedIn Learning resources to professional development sessions and storytelling opportunities that highlight your internship journey Connection to Labcorp’s inclusive culture through engagement with our employee resource groups (ERGs) and values-driven community initiatives Dedicated mentoring connections to guide your growth, provide career advice, and support your internship journey The clinical laboratory departments provides a range of routine and complex technical procedures according to Standard Operating Procedures and Regulatory guidelines. In this lab, interns work in a fast paced, production type environment and will be responsible for performing various non-technical and supporting technical tasks within the laboratory. Clinical Diagnostic Lab Assistants support a variety of lab departments including microbiology, hematology/coagulation, serology, special chemistry, and chemistry. Lab assistants in the Microbiology department will support the preparation of media and samples for cultures and chemical analysis used to help diagnose and monitor various bacterial, fungal, and viral infections in patients. Those working in the Hematology/Coagulation department will support the processing and testing of hematology and coagulation samples used to help diagnose blood disorders and deficiencies in patients. Lab assistants in the chemistry and serology areas will support the processing and testing of blood and urine samples used to help identify illness and disease as well as therapeutic drug monitoring and more. Fulfill lab assistant or specimen processor duties while supporting the work of technicians, technologists and scientists in an area of testing in a medical diagnostic laboratory Learn standard operating procedures for analyzing and storing specimens Learns how to use laboratory equipment and software appropriate for assigned tasks Prepare specimens for testing in laboratory departments through plating, aliquoting, distributing and sorting Complete meaningful independent projects in assigned area of laboratory Work under direct supervision and performs general duties as assigned by the designated department Perform all paperwork, technical, and non-technical procedures required to process and submit specimens Support the lab by performing data entry, loading instruments, performing maintenance on all types of equipment, gathering supplies for testing Perform a variety of administrative duties for a designated department including clerical and customer service functions Contributes to a cohesive team environment Plans individual workload in coordination with team members

Requirements

• Working towards Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science (preferred), or biochemistry, biology, or chemistry.
• Has experience delivering multiple projects in an academic or professional setting
• Ability to collaborate with various stakeholders and internal/external colleagues
• Must be able to perform work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in fast paced, high-volume environment and while prioritizing and manage multiple tasks
• Able to work independently under general supervision
• Expressed desire and interest to work in a laboratory as a technologist after completing an undergraduate degree
• Must be able to regularly lift, carry, and rotate/turn with up to thirty pounds

Responsibilities

• Fulfill lab assistant or specimen processor duties while supporting the work of technicians, technologists and scientists in an area of testing in a medical diagnostic laboratory
• Learn standard operating procedures for analyzing and storing specimens
• Learns how to use laboratory equipment and software appropriate for assigned tasks
• Prepare specimens for testing in laboratory departments through plating, aliquoting, distributing and sorting
• Complete meaningful independent projects in assigned area of laboratory
• Work under direct supervision and performs general duties as assigned by the designated department
• Perform all paperwork, technical, and non-technical procedures required to process and submit specimens
• Support the lab by performing data entry, loading instruments, performing maintenance on all types of equipment, gathering supplies for testing
• Perform a variety of administrative duties for a designated department including clerical and customer service functions
• Contributes to a cohesive team environment
• Plans individual workload in coordination with team members

Benefits

• Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only.
• Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees