MECOP Intern – SW Engineering / Application APIs
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Job Description
About Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in serving science, with over $40 billion in annual revenue. They invest over $1 billion annually in R&D and their work impacts various fields, including healthcare, environmental science, and forensics. Their commitment to innovation and empowering their teams drives them to solve challenging problems and advance scientific progress.
Job Description: MECOP Intern – SW Engineering / Application APIs
This internship opportunity is based at Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Hillsboro, OR location, within the Materials and Structural Analysis division. This division focuses on developing and producing cutting-edge microscopy capital equipment for the semiconductor industry, enabling the development and manufacturing of advanced semiconductor devices.
Responsibilities:
As an intern, you will be assigned to a project based on your skills and the business needs. The projects are strategically important to the business and may include:
• Process Improvement: Identifying and addressing areas for efficiency improvements, benchmarking with industry best practices, and recommending improvements.
• Continuous Improvement: Learning methodologies like PPI and Six Sigma, and promoting improvement initiatives.
• Software Development: Participating in code, design, and test plan reviews. Developing software using OOP techniques, applying Agile and Waterfall methodologies, working with Windows and Linux platforms, and utilizing programming languages such as C#, C++, Java, and Python.
• Collaboration: Working across the IT function to achieve business objectives related to various IT areas like Global Information Security, Digital Technology & Delivery, and Data Science.
Qualifications:
• Undergraduate student pursuing an Information Technology-related degree, graduating between December 2025 and June 2026.
• Prior experience with internships is preferred.
• Demonstrated track record of success, integrity, innovation, involvement, and intensity.
• Passion for driving change, achieving results, and navigating ambiguity.
• Excellent communication skills with a high degree of emotional intelligence.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Compensation and Benefits:
• hourly rate between $21.50 – $28.75, dependent on location and cost-of-living guidelines.
• Relocation stipend of $5,000 for students residing 50+ miles away from the internship location.
Internship Details:
• Start Date: April 2025
• Duration: 8-12 months, dependent on student availability.
• Professional mentorship and leadership development opportunities provided.
Career Growth:
Thermo Fisher Scientific encourages career progression, offering opportunities for repeat internships, participation in leadership development programs, and full-time positions post-graduation.
