Vaccine Sciences Intern

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Richmond, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Thermo Fisher Scientific's internship program is designed to identify and develop future leaders. Exceptional interns may be considered for full-time roles post-graduation, including potential placement into Leadership Development Programs (LDPs) or other early career positions. The company operates globally, requiring interns to be geographically flexible and mobile for both their internship and potential future employment. Internship, LDP, and full-time role placements are contingent on business needs and organizational priorities. This role requires onsite and in-office work as an essential function. The internships are 10-week positions, with start dates on May 24, 2027, or June 14, 2027. Intern projects are strategically important to the business.

Requirements

• Undergraduate student completing a Bachelor’s degree in Health/Life Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.) between December 2027 – June 2028.
• Previous related internships and / or work experience totaling 1+ years experience required.
• Proven leadership experience through student organizations, athletics, Greek life, community service, volunteer organizations, campus programs, military service, or other leadership roles.
• A track record of influencing others, leading initiatives, driving results, and creating positive impact within teams and organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity, adapt to changing priorities, and solve complex problems.
• Evidence of 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 required to pursue internship and future career opportunities in locations aligned with business needs.
• Onsite and in-office work is an essential function of this role and is required throughout the program and in future placements to support collaboration across businesses, functions, and locations.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Train on routine operation, maintenance, and theory of analytical instrumentation, SOPs, and regulatory procedures and guidelines.
• Perform a variety of routine sample preparation, cell culture, and analysis procedures to quantitatively measure pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical compounds with direct supervision.
• Review and compile results, then compare data against SOP acceptance criteria, methodology, protocol and product specifications.
• Problem solve with assistance pertaining to extraction and/or instrumentation problems.
• Learn instrument maintenance of high-end automated/technical equipment.
• Develop basic troubleshooting skills (hardware and/or software).
• Develop communication skills.
• Develop time management skills.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern