Clinical Research Internship at Thermo Fisher Scientific
Launch your career in the life sciences with a transformative Clinical Research Internship that offers hands-on experience, professional mentorship, and exposure to real-world impact. Whether you’re passionate about advancing healthcare or exploring innovative research environments, this opportunity empowers emerging talent to grow in a fast-paced global scientific setting.
About the Company
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in life science innovation, supporting research, diagnostics, and biopharmaceutical advancement. With world-class technology and a mission-driven culture, Thermo Fisher empowers scientists and students to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Interns benefit from expert mentorship, cutting-edge resources, and career pathways that span the global scientific ecosystem.
Internship Details:
- Intern Title: Clinical Research Intern
- Location: Wilmington, North Carolina, United States
- Job ID: R-01328100
- Job Type: Full Time
- Category: Students & Internships
- Remote: Fully Remote
- Work Schedule: Standard (Mon–Fri)
- Environmental Conditions: Office
- Start Date: May 2026
- Duration: 13 weeks (through August 2026)
Clinical Research Internship Description
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, team members perform meaningful work, whether it involves helping customers find cures for cancer, protecting the environment, or ensuring food safety. Their contributions have a tangible impact, and employees are supported in achieving their professional goals. The organization values individuals with strong character and proven competencies who can help lead the company today and into the future, making a difference for the organization, client partners, and the patients served.
Interns at Thermo Fisher Scientific receive professional mentorship and leadership development opportunities designed to foster future career growth. Whether an intern chooses to return for another internship, pursue a Leadership Development Program, or transition into a full-time role after graduation, the team provides guidance and support for the next step in their career journey.
How Will You Make an Impact?
Interns are assigned to projects based on their abilities and current business needs. All projects hold significant strategic and/or operational importance to the business.
Summer project responsibilities may include:
- Apply your clinical or healthcare degree knowledge to understand the business and assist teams with real-world projects.
- Gain exposure through networking, events, and job-shadowing opportunities.
- Participate in professional development sessions on topics such as networking, interviewing, résumé building, and career readiness.
- Engage in ongoing coaching and development with support from a team of mentors.
- Attend and contribute to meetings and conference calls.
- Complete other ad-hoc tasks as directed by your supervisor.
How Will You Get Here?
Education:
- Undergraduate student pursuing a Clinical/Healthcare-related degree (e.g., Clinical Research, Biology, or related fields).
- Expected graduation date between December 2026 and June 2027.
Experience:
- 0 years of work experience required; previous internships preferred.
Qualifications For Clinical Research Internship
- Demonstrated integrity, innovation, involvement, and intensity.
- Ability to lead and champion change, drive for results, and navigate ambiguity.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a high degree of emotional intelligence.
Compensation & Relocation
- Hourly rate: $21.50–$28.75, depending on location and cost-of-living guidelines.
- This internship is fully remote; relocation stipend not provided.
