About this role
Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Office Job Description Why Join Us? At Thermo Fisher Scientific, our General Management (GM) Summer Associate program is designed to be a strategic pipeline for future leadership talent. GM Summer Associates who demonstrate exceptional performance, leadership potential, and alignment with our values will be considered for the full-time General Management Graduate Leadership Development Program (GM GLDP) during their Summer with us to begin post- graduation .
As a global company with opportunities spanning multiple businesses, functions, and locations, applicants are required to be geographic ally flexib le and mobil e for both the GM Summer Associate assignment and the GM GLDP . P otential p lacement into the GM Summer Associate and the GM GLDP is based on business needs and organizational priorities at the time of selection. Onsite and in-office work is an essential function of this role and a requirement of the position.
Strategic Business Impact The GM Summer Associate program is a 10-week position set to occur between June 14 , 2027 – August 20 , 2027. All projects will have significant strategic and/or operating importance to the business to which they are assigned. For this role, Summer projects may include the following responsibilities: Operations & Manufacturing Plants Commercial & Sales Research & Development Products & Services Annual Operating Plans Customer Channels Compensation & Relocation The GM Summer Associate program offer s an hourly rate of $ 55.00 .
If eligible , a relocation stipend is offered in the amount of $5,000 . Students must be located 50+ miles away from the physical location of the internship to be eligible for the relocation stipend. Please note that GM Summer Associates are required to have a reliable mode of transportation to and from their assigned work location for the duration of their Summer with us .
What We Look For Academic Background & Work Experience: MBA student completing their degree between December 2027 – June 2028 with an Undergraduate degree in one of the following: Business, Biology, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Economics, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or related field of study. 3+ years work experience post-Undergraduate degree – ideally gained in large, forward-thinking, global organizations. Experience in Life Sciences or STEM-related industry required .
1+ years experience managing direct reports. Leadership Profile: Proven leadership experience with 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, resilience, and perseverance when facing challenges, setbacks, or competing priorities. Strong learning agility, intellectual curiosity, and a n innovative mindset . Excellent interpersonal communication skills and emotional intelligence, with the ability to build relationships across diverse teams.
Geographic mobility and flexibility required to pursue internship and future career opportunities in locations aligned with business needs. Onsite and in-office work is an essential function of this role and is required throughout the program and in future placements to support collaboration across businesses, functions, and locations. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!
To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require sponsorship (current or future) for employment visa status. Thermo Fisher does not offer employment in this position to holders of F-1, J-1, H-1, OPT, and CPT Visas for the purpose of obtaining practical experience. Compensation and Benefits The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $50.00–$65.00.
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. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes: A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards