Life Science Internship at Thermo Fisher Scientific
Are you looking for a high-impact life science internship that blends real-world experience with global exposure? This Field Services Intern opportunity at Thermo Fisher Scientific offers one of the most competitive Internships in USA for aspiring professionals seeking hands-on learning, mentorship, and career advancement within a world-leading life science organization.
About the Company
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. With a strong commitment to innovation, customer service, and talent development, Thermo Fisher careers provide exceptional opportunities for students and professionals across the life sciences. The company supports some of the most sought-after Internships in USA, making it a preferred destination for Internships for Life Science Graduates.
Life Science Internship Details
- Intern Title: Field Services Intern
- Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific
- Job ID: R-01328154
- Category: Students & Internships
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Work Schedule: Standard (Monday–Friday)
- Work Environment: Office / Client Sites
- Remote: Fully Remote (with daily local travel)
- Hourly Pay (CA estimate): $14.75 – $28.75
- Eligibility for variable annual bonus based on performance
Available Locations
- San Jose, CA
- San Francisco / Boston / Cambridge, MA
- Raleigh, NC
- Indianapolis, IN
- Houston, TX
Job Description
Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Field Services Intern to join the Instrument and Enterprise Services Division under the Unity Lab Services brand. This Summer 2026 internship is a core component of Thermo Fisher’s Early Talent Strategy, designed to develop future Field Service Engineers (FSEs) through hands-on exposure and mentorship.
As a Field Service Intern, you will observe and learn from experienced Field Service Engineers while gaining practical insight into delivering exceptional customer service and technical support in real-world environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Shadow and learn from experienced Field Service Engineers at customer sites
- Complete a designated Field Service-related project
- Present project findings and internship experiences to leadership
- Participate in a one-day volunteer project in the local community
- Represent Thermo Fisher Scientific professionally with customers and colleagues
- Support customer satisfaction with Thermo Fisher products and services
Education Requirements
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in a Life Sciences-related field
- Expected graduation between December 2026 and June 2027
- Graduating students may apply if continuing education in a higher degree program
Life Science Internship Program Requirements
- Availability to work full-time (40 hours/week) for 12 weeks
- Start Date: June 3, 2026
- End Date: August 20, 2026 (approx.)
- Willingness to commute daily to local customer sites
- Valid U.S. Driver’s License required
- Strong academic standing at an accredited institution
- Authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship
- Note: Thermo Fisher does not sponsor or employ individuals on F-1, J-1, H-1, OPT, or CPT visas for this role.
Preferred Skills & Attributes
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Customer-focused mindset with a passion for service excellence
- Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
- Comfortable working in client-facing, in-person environments
Benefits Include In this Life Science Internship
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
- Employee assistance and family support programs
- Tuition reimbursement and commuter benefits
- Paid time off (minimum 120 hours) and 10 paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Life, accident, short- and long-term disability insurance
- Competitive 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
What Makes This Opportunity Unique
- Hands-on exposure to Field Service Engineering through direct mentorship
- Insight into customer-facing engineering roles
- Opportunity to apply for a full-time Field Service Engineer role after graduation
- Participation in a community volunteer project
- Presentation of project outcomes to divisional leadership
