Labortory Intern

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment and pharmaceutical products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the key emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing in Europe and the USA.

Group's key figures are approx. 5.4 billion Euros turnover, over 900 laboratories across 50 countries and about 55,000 staff.

Job Description

If you’re seeking to become engaged in purposeful work that will have a far-reaching impact, Eurofins Agroscience Services (EAS) provides the environment you’re looking for. With more than 50 years’ experience in the crop protection industry, EAS offers a unique portfolio of expertise, providing extensive laboratory and field support across multiple industries including agrochemical, biopesticide, pharmaceutical, biocide, and fine chemical manufacturers.

When you join the EAS Group, you’ll become part a network of laboratories that prioritizes the execution of top-tier scientific studies. With access to specialized equipment and best-in-class instrumentation, you will collaborate with a team of highly trained scientists and study directors to rapidly build upon your existing skills set.

Eurofins Agroscience Services is searching for Summer Interns to work in Easton, MD.

We are looking for individuals interested in laboratory research in Chemistry and/or Ecotoxicology including Aquatics, Avian, and Plants & Insects. Completes work for research and development under CGMP and/or GLP guidelines for studies, documentation, etc.  This temporary intern position is designed to provide an environment to develop qualified individuals and to complete our demanding research goals.  The successful candidate will be an essential participant in all aspects of trial work for which appropriate training will be provided. This internship program was developed as a feeder system for future Eurofins employees. This internship is a great opportunity to obtain experience for people interested in a career in Chemistry and/or Ecotoxicology.

• Full time position, $16/hour
• Up to 40 hours per week, overtime as needed
• Preferred employment dates: early May to late August/early September
• May analyze organic and inorganic compounds to determine chemical and physical properties.
• Performs analysis, first level, and peer review of data for accuracy and completeness.
• Conducts title/skill appropriate procedures with minimal supervision using laboratory equipment, computer resources, and institutional libraries.
• Training provided to conduct: Research compliant with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) requirements.
• Based on performance, return employment is possible

Qualifications

• Good collegiate academic standing with freshman – senior status.
• Ability to pay attention to details for long periods of time, good communication skills, organizational skills, and ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Background in Chemistry, Agronomy, Ecotoxicology or Biology is helpful, but not required.
• Experience with using MS Excel and MS Word.
• Required to frequently stand, walk, and sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Assistance should be sought for a weight over amount employee is physically able to carry.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.

Additional Information

Position is temporary with full-time hours, Monday-Friday, with overtime as needed.  Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Easton, MD are encouraged to apply.

What It’s Like to Work Here:

Teamwork: experience what being a part of the Eurofins-EAG family feels like. Be inspired by your leaders, be encouraged by your teammates and be supported in all parts of your journey while you work with us.

Diversity & Authenticity: we work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

If you enjoy being immersed in technology, tackling problems head-on, finding solutions through teamwork, and taking pride in accomplishments, join us today!  To learn more, please check out our video and explore our website, www.eurofinsus.com/agroscience-services

 What Happens Next
 
Our people are the backbone of what we do, so it's incredibly important we find the right individuals to join us. As a potential new recruit you'll be invited to meet the team in the form of an assessment centre or a staged interview process dependent on the role and it's requirements, this will give you the opportunity to see what working for Eurofins is really like and enable us to get you know your key skills and strengths. 
 
Your data 
 
As part of any recruitment process, the company collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. The company is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations.
 
Closing Date
 
We reserve the right to close or extend this position depending on application numbers. Therefore we would urge candidates to submit an application as early as possible.
 
Due to the high volume of applications we receive please be aware that if you do not receive a response within 4 weeks of the vacancy expiry date unfortunately, on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful. 

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.