Research & Development Co-op

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work, like helping customers in finding cures for cancer, protecting the environment or making sure our food is safe. Your work will have real-world impact, and you’ll be supported in achieving your career goals. Our staff members are committed to making a difference in our organization, for our client partners and the patients we serve. We seek individuals with proven competencies and strong character to help lead our organization now and into the future.

Our co-op participants receive professional mentorship and leadership development opportunities to support future career growth with us. Whether you're looking to come back for a repeat co-op, transition into one of our Leadership Development Programs, or pursue a full-time position post-graduation, our team is here to support your next step!

How will you make an impact?

Students will be matched to projects based on their abilities and current business needs. All projects will have significant strategic and/or operating importance to the business to which they are assigned.

Projects may include the following responsibilities:

• Assist in the design, simulation, and optimization of ion sources for FIB systems.
• Conduct experiments using dual-beam microscopes to test and validate the performance of ion sources.
• Develop and implement automation protocols for experimental procedures and data acquisition to enhance efficiency and accuracy in testing processes.
• Analyze experimental data to evaluate the FIB performance, identify areas for improvement, and contribute to the development of new methodologies.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, documentation, and presentations on findings, methodologies, and proposed improvements.
  
  

Compensation & Relocation: Our Research & Development co-ops offer an hourly rate between $21.50 - $35 dependent upon the location you are supporting (aligned to respective cost-of-living guidelines). Additionally, a relocation stipend is offered in the amount of $5,000 if necessary. Student must be located 50 miles away from the physical location of co-op to be eligible for the relocation stipend.

How will you get here?

• Currently enrolled in Master’s degree program in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field. Equivalent experience will also be considered.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python.
• Demonstrated laboratory experience and hands-on skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, demonstrating strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills with a high degree of emotional intelligence.
  
  

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

To qualify, 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.