Engineering Co-op
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Job Description
About Thermo Fisher Scientific:
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a company where employees work on impactful projects, such as aiding in cancer cures, environmental protection, and food safety. The company emphasizes the real-world impact of its work and supports employee career goals. They are committed to making a difference within their organization, for clients, and for patients. They seek individuals with strong competencies and character to lead the organization. The company provides co-op participants with professional mentorship and leadership development opportunities to foster future career growth, including opportunities for repeat co-ops, participation in Leadership Development Programs, and full-time positions after graduation.
Job Description: Engineering Co-op
This co-op program matches students with projects based on their abilities and the company’s needs. All projects hold significant strategic and/or operational importance. Responsibilities may include:
• Partnering with leadership: Identifying and addressing areas for efficiency improvement and benchmarking against industry best practices.
• Process ownership: Critically reviewing processes, paying close attention to detail, and proactively recommending improvements.
• Equipment use: Utilizing specialized equipment and instrumentation accurately and with minimal supervision.
• Tool and model development: Creating tools and models to enhance tracking and efficiency.
• Continuous improvement methodologies: Learning and applying methodologies like PPI and Six Sigma to promote improvement initiatives.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Working with program management, engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, and finance teams to achieve business objectives.
Compensation & Relocation:
Undergraduate Engineering co-ops receive an hourly rate between $21.50 and $28.75, depending on location (aligned with cost-of-living). A $5,000 relocation stipend is offered if the student lives 50+ miles from the co-op location.
Qualifications:
• Undergraduate student pursuing an Engineering-related degree.
• 0 years of work experience required; previous internships are preferred.
• Demonstrated track record of integrity, innovation, involvement, and intensity.
• Ability to champion change, achieve results, and navigate ambiguity.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and high emotional intelligence.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship (F-1, J-1, H-1, OPT, and CPT visas are not accepted for this position).
