Glen Burnie, Maryland
Mississippi
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Posted: 31-Jan-25
Location: San Diego, California
Type: Full-time
Categories:
Internal Number: 251760
Company Overview:
At Labcorp, we believe in the power of science to change lives. We are more than 60,000 people across 100 countries who are harnessing science for human good. Our work combines unparalleled diagnostic laboratories, drug development capabilities and commercial innovations. Together, we fuel scientific breakthroughs and deliver more than 160 million medical test results that help guide treatment decisions, accelerate patient care and change lives. Join us in our pursuit of answers.
Global Internship Program:
Exciting opportunity to be part of the Labcorp 2025 Global Internship Program as an Oncology Research & Development Intern in San Diego, California!
As a Labcorp intern, you will have the opportunity to support meaningful assignments that compliment an education in STEM+ Business and Healthcare disciplines and are inspiring and valuable in our mission to improve health and improve lives across the globe. In addition to department work, we support your professional development and career exploration through program workshops, leadership speakers, employee resource group introductions, new hire panel discussions and small group "coffee chats".
We offer paid internships for current students in a variety of degree programs, such as:
? Biological related sciences
? Chemistry related sciences
? Animal science
? Computer science
? Healthcare
? Business/marketing
What you can expect as a Labcorp intern:
In 2024, we hosted more than 250 internships globally. During your 12-week full-time assignment, you can expect:
? Project-based work
? Opportunities to build your network
? Mentoring and job shadowing
? Professional development workshops
? Hands-on experience
Get ready to start your career and make a real difference for patients around the world. #FutureofLabcorp
About the Team:
- The Labcorp Oncology Research and Development Department develops and validates new Oncology clinical test across the Labcorp Enterprise. This internship will work with the team in San Diego, California on developing or further improving an Oncology-focused assay or testing capability.
Internship Assignment Summary:
- Learn about clinical testing and processing behind testing development
- Learn techniques, including Next Generation Sequencing and data analysis
- Development lead for a new Oncology Next Generation Sequencing assay
- Maintain clear, thorough, and accurate experiment notes
- Apply critical thinking skills to experimental results
- Communicate findings at laboratory meetings.
Education/Qualifications/Skills:
- Rising Junior or Senior in college, working towards bachelor?s degree in biology, chemistry, genetics or related field
- Hands-on experience in a cell or molecular biology-based laboratory. In the absence of direct research experience, those will have demonstrated capabilities through laboratory-based classes will be considered
- Interest in the clinical testing or molecular research fields
- Knowledge or experience with Next Generation Sequencing technologies a plus
- Curiosity and eagerness to learn new things
Pay Range: $17.25 - $20.00/hour
All job offers will be based on a candidate?s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data.
Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information, please click here.
Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
As an EOE/AA employer, Labcorp strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.
We encourage all to apply
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