Thermo Fisher Scientific

Intern ii

May 2018 • Newington, NH

What I liked

Integrated into the company well, very friendly staff. Supportive and very helpful when I needed support. Given independence and trusted with important tasks.

What I wish was different

More work, some times I was left without anything to do.

Advice

Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Everyone is very helpful

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Finance Leadership Development Program Intern

June - August 2023 • Waltham, MA

What I liked

Exposure to executives on meaningful intern projects.

What I wish was different

In-person events for interns to network with finance managers.

Advice

Intellectual curiosity is one of the most important skills you can show. Demonstrate that you care about the position and are willing to put in the effort to learn about your role on the team.

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R&D Mechanical Engineer

June - September 2019 • San Jose, CA

What I liked

The work I was doing was making a positive impact on the health industry.

What I wish was different

More challenging work from the start. The on boarding process was slow.

Advice

Push yourself to network and talk to profess about the steps they took to get to where they are. Also ask for more work if you are not being challenged enough.

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Supply Data Analyst Intern

February 2021 • Tewksbury, MA

What I liked

Very educational. I was frequently challenged to grow and learn new things during my internship.

What I wish was different

I wish it had been more in-person

Advice

Asking questions and being willing to grow is the greatest skill an intern can have

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Research and Development intern

May - August 2018 • Grand Island, NY

What I liked

The environment and people I got to work with. The amount of experience I received

What I wish was different

Advice

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Engineering Co-op

August 2017 • Cincinnati, OH

What I liked

Lots of Responsibility and treated like a potential future employee

What I wish was different

More freedom

Advice

It was great. Take it very seriously. Only accept if you intend to consider a full time position.

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Mechanical Engineering Intern

June 2018 • Rochester, NY

What I liked

I was allowed to work on my projects with a lot of independence. I was given a goal and told to accomplish that how I saw fit

What I wish was different

Full time employees there are very busy and sometimes when I needed guidance it took a bit longer than it should have

Advice

Regularly evaluate what you're doing and if it's necessary to reach the goals of your projects

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Software Test Engineer Intern

June - August 2018 • San Jose, CA

What I liked

What I wish was different

Advice

I think it's difficult to work here for CS, but extremely interesting for Bio/Chem students.

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Scientist II

January 2018 • Fremont, CA

What I liked

Work/Life Balance

What I wish was different

Bigger facility , closer to home

Advice

Great opportunities

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Chemical Engineering Intern

January 2019 • Cincinnati, OH

What I liked

The multiple opportunities available.

What I wish was different

I wish I had different projects and was able to take on more responsibilities.

Advice

Always try something different and learn new things about the business, the job, and the people.

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Project Management Intern

June - August 2018 • Waltham, MA

What I liked

The people - the leadership pushed me to participate in projects, helped me network, gave me invaluable advice, and mentored me in exceptional ways I did not expect. I also made amazing friends with other interns.

What I wish was different

Nothing - the learning experience I had at Thermo Fisher was outstanding. I gained new skills, incredible mentorship, and a clearer sense of my career goals.

Advice

If you go into this role, do not forget to network once you are in. As a sophomore, I did not know what "networking" was, but I realized that at Thermo Fisher, it is so easy to send someone whose position you are interested in an email and set up a quick call. Take advantage of that because most employees I networked with or talked to offered to help me or give me advice if I ever wanted any.

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Sales Analyst Intern

May - August 2019 • Logan, UT

What I liked

This was an inside look into the operations of a multi-national corporation. It is one thing to learn about these kinds of companies in books, but to see them in person is quite another. The levels of organization, the methods of communication, and the level of professional were astounding. An eye opening experience to say the least.

What I wish was different

It was a great team and a great environment to work in. I would not have changed a thing.

Advice

Learn as much as you can in the time you have to be with Thermo Fisher. There are great networking events to become a part and many great people who can mentor you for years to come. It is an experience, so do all that you can to experience all that you can.

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production

April - September 2019 • Logan, UT

What I liked

Nothing.

What I wish was different

Need more flexibility for students. Need to be more environmentally and socially responsible.

Advice

I would not work here if I was a student. The culture is not inviting or rewarding.

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Communications Intern

June - September 2019 • Hillsboro, OR

What I liked

I was a hands on member of the team from day one. Not an observer or coffee fetcher.

What I wish was different

I wish there had been more information on the company and what to expect before starting.

Advice

Talk to everyone. The people here genuinely want you to do well and succeed. People wanted to connect with me and give good advice.

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Manufacturing Operator

May - August 2020 • Penfield, NY

What I liked

The job itself was simple, and as for the social aspect I enjoyed getting to know my coworkers.

What I wish was different

I worked the night shift, which was pretty understaffed. This caused some minor confusion and shuffling in daily assignments.

Advice

The night shift is not for everyone, and especially for long term (I was a summer contract worker). If you find the work fulfilling, you can find opportunities to make your career with the company.

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R&D Intern

June - August 2023 • Carlsbad, CA

What I liked

Personal and engaged mentorship from mentors, managers, and other scientists Various opportunities to connect with people in and outside my field of work Various activities, business resource groups, and programs to get involved in as a break outside of work

What I wish was different

A broader overview of how my role and project contribute to the team or company as whole

Advice

Take the opportunity to ask your managers or mentors about their connections, experiences, and insights about the job and company.

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Production tech

April - August 2020 • Logan, UT

What I liked

Lots of hours, Good salary, good company to work for, Good benefits package.

What I wish was different

Not Graveyard Hours

Advice

Don't Work 14 hour days. It will drain you faster than you think.

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Productions & Operations Intern

June - August 2020 • Lenexa, KS

What I liked

Everyone was very kind and easy to get along with

What I wish was different

Wish I could have started earlier

Advice

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Scientific Lab Intern

June - August 2020 • Madison, WI

What I liked

I really liked the work environment and my coworkers. Everybody I worked with was very nice and helpful. From day one, I got involved inside and outside of the lab. I was trained on the proper techniques of their testing. I enjoyed using different equipment to test the size of particles as they are inhaled through an inhaler. Also, I liked running my samples through a High Performance Liquid Chromatographer and processing my results.

What I wish was different

Advice

My best piece of advice would be to always be on the lookout for learning opportunities and don't be afraid to ask questions.

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Digital Engineering Intern

June - September 2019 • Carlsbad, CA

What I liked

The employees at TF were all very friendly and open. They were willing to take time out of their day to meet interns to review resumes, give advice, etc. My manager was also very repsonsive to any questions or requests I had.