Life Science Internship at Labcorp, Switzerland | Apply Now For Histology Scientist Role

How can tissue imaging help researchers obtain more reliable biomarker data? This paid life science internship at Labcorp in Geneva offers students the opportunity to explore that question through multiplex immunofluorescence and image analysis. The Histology Scientist Intern will help improve workflows used in clinical and translational research while working with a multidisciplinary laboratory team.

  • Position: Intern – Histology Scientist
  • Location: Geneva, Switzerland
  • Department: Histology / Lab Operations
  • Duration: 5–6 months
  • Compensation: Paid; amount not specified
  • Job ID: 2635684

About Labcorp and the Histology Team

Labcorp provides laboratory services supporting healthcare, research and pharmaceutical development. Its Geneva Histology department performs tissue processing, FFPE block sectioning, immunohistochemistry (IHC), fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) and multiplex immunofluorescence.

The team also develops AI algorithms for image analysis, bringing together laboratory technicians, scientists and pathologists to generate reproducible results and meaningful clinical data.

Life Science Internship: Role Overview

The intern will contribute to the development, optimization and implementation of multiplex immunofluorescence (mIF) workflows. The project focuses on improving high-plex assays, quality control and image processing to support robust biomarker analysis.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and optimize mIF workflows for clinical and translational research.
  • Help advance high-plex assay capabilities.
  • Establish quality control processes to improve reproducibility.
  • Reduce imaging artifacts and develop image-processing solutions.
  • Communicate progress, verify inconsistent information and raise issues promptly.
  • Follow approved procedures and maintain confidentiality.

Education and Eligibility For Life Science Internship

Required:

  • Current enrollment in a bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or Biology.
  • Student status and eligibility for an internship agreement with a third party.
  • Intermediate French proficiency.

Preferred:

  • Current enrollment in a master’s degree in Life Sciences or Biology.
  • At least three months of image analysis experience.
  • Intermediate English proficiency.

Skills and Interests

Candidates should have an interest in histology, image analysis and programming, along with attention to detail and clear communication skills. The role also calls for initiative, teamwork and the ability to manage agreed tasks under supervision.

Compensation and Development Opportunities

This is a paid internship, although the compensation amount is not provided. Alongside project work, interns can access mentoring, professional development sessions, business learning experiences and opportunities to interact with senior leaders and fellow interns.

Life Science Internship – Application Details

  • Duration: 5–6 months, full-time.
  • Attendance: Onsite in Geneva.
  • Preferred start listed: January 2026 — confirmation required.
  • Application deadline: Not specified.
  • Vacancy reference: 2635684.
  • Key eligibility condition: Current student status with an eligible third-party internship agreement.

For students drawn to the connection between tissue biology and quantitative imaging, this life science internship offers practical experience in developing reliable research workflows. If your background, French proficiency and student status match the requirements, confirm the updated placement dates before applying.

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Apply for the Labcorp Histology Scientist internship through Labcorp’s official careers listing.