Laboratory Technician Intern - Hardgoods

SGS • Fairfield, NJ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services, founded in 1878. Recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity, SGS has over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operates a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories. The company provides services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services, encouraging new ideas and challenging existing methods. The Hardlines Intern position is for individuals currently enrolled at a college or university, working either part-time during the school year or full-time during school breaks. The intern will learn the C&P Hardlines testing process and become capable of understanding standards, regulations, and client-specific requirements for testing toys, juvenile products, furniture, cookware, and other children’s products.

Requirements

• Strong written and spoken English skills
• Persuasive, diplomatic, but always to the point
• Hands-on, open-minded, proactive team player
• Must have mechanical aptitude
• Computer literacy (creating, filing, saving/uploading, searching, backup, etc.)
• Proficient in Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, and Outlook)
• Ability to establish effective working and team relationships with internal and external staff
• Self-managed and responsible to project and time management
• Capable of understanding standards and regulations and client specific requirements that are implemented in testing of toys, juvenile products, furniture, cookware and other children’s products
• High school degree or equivalent
• 1+ year of university experience in the science/engineering field
• English - Intermediate level
• Mathematical Skills: Intermediate level
• Knowledge of statistical analysis
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Intermediate level
• Highly organized
• Strong logical thinking/skills
• Intend to major in Mechanical Engineering
• Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, and Word) - Intermediate user proficiency

Nice To Haves

• Automation expertise such as PLC programming desirable

Responsibilities

• Learn the C&P Hardlines testing process
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment)
• Online training courses
• Virtual and classroom development experiences
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid-time off
• Family leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees