Intern - Specialty Testing Lab
Labcorp
2024-11-15 00:54:33
Itasca, Illinois, United States
Job type: fulltime
Job industry: Science & Technology
Job description
Job Description
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 600 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 a Specialty Testing Lab Intern for Kidney Stones in Itasca, IL.
As a Labcorp intern, you will have the opportunity to support meaningful assignments that compliment an education in Science 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".
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.
About the team:
Litholink is one of LabCorp's specialty testing groups and a leader and innovator in kidney stone prevention by working directly with patients and many of the country's leading urologists and academic medical centers. Litholink has over 25 years of experience helping providers manage and treat kidney stone patients.
Internship Assignment summary:
- Various Research projects
- Assist in project analysis and cost efficiency programs
Education/Qualifications/ Skills:
- Working towards a Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology
- High level of attention detail along with strong communication and organizational skills
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in fast paced, high-volume environ
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment
- Proficient with computers and Microsoft office software
- Expressed desire and interest to work in a laboratory as a technologist after completing an undergraduate degree
- Working towards bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology or Medical Laboratory Science, or other bioscience related majors
- Preferred December 2025 or May 2026 graduates
Application window closes 11/24/2024
This role will be IN PERSON in Itsaca, Il.
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30p
Start Date: 5/19/2024
Duration: 12 weeks
Pay Range: $17-$20
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.
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