Industrial Engineering Co-op
Why Join Us?
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, our co-op program is designed to be a strategic pipeline for future leadership talent. Students who demonstrate exceptional performance, leadership potential, and alignment with our values will be considered for full-time opportunities during their co-op with us to begin post-graduation. As a global company with opportunities spanning multiple businesses, functions, and locations, applicants are required to be geographically flexible and mobile for both their co-op assignment and potential future employment opportunities. Onsite and in-office work is an essential function of this role and a requirement of the position.
Strategic Business Impact
For this role, projects may include the following responsibilities:
- Performing time studies to suggest productivity, efficiency and labor utilization improvements
- Develop Operator Standard Work Instructions
- Lead and support scrap reduction projects
- Participate in Continuous Improvement projects (Kaizens)
- Design ergonomically acceptable part presentation material handling devices
- Support Supply Chain projects material flow implementation
- Identify cost reduction opportunities
Compensation & Relocation
Our Undergraduate co-ops offer an hourly rate between $18.50 - $28.75 dependent upon the role type and location you are supporting (aligned to respective cost-of-living guidelines). If eligible, a relocation stipend is offered in the amount of $5,000 net. Students must be located 50+ miles away from the physical location of the internship to be eligible for the relocation stipend. Please note that students are required to have a reliable mode of transportation to and from their assigned work location for the duration of their co-op.
The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in New York is $21.50–$28.75. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy.
What We Look For
Academic Background & Work Experience:
- Undergraduate student completing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering between December 2027 – June 2029.
- Required GPA 3.0 or above.
- Previous related co-ops, internships, and / or work experience preferred.
Leadership Profile:
- Proven leadership experience through student organizations, athletics, Greek life, community service, volunteer organizations, campus programs, military service, or other leadership roles.
- A track record of influencing others, leading initiatives, driving results, and creating positive impact within teams and organizations.
- Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity, adapt to changing priorities, and solve complex problems.
- Evidence of grit,