Human Resources Summer Associate

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Human Resources leadership development opportunity for graduate-level students with multiple assignments in HR processes at Thermo Fisher Scientific. Gain real-world impact through strategic projects and mentorship.

Posted 5/28/2026internshipWaltham • California, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $34 - $37 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in multiple assignments over two (2) years that provide strategic direction in different facets of Human Resources while allowing for exposure to core processes, technologies, and leaders
Gain proficiency with diverse functional areas, business units, products/services, and regions
Engage in formal development sessions and receive dedicated Executive Mentorship
Utilize Practical Process Improvement (PPI) methodology

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate student completing a Master's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, or similar degree between December 2026 and June 2027
1+ years work experience post-undergraduate degree preferred
Distinguished results demonstrating integrity, innovation, involvement, and intensity
Consultative approach with internal and external partners and ability to cultivate ongoing, meaningful, positive relationships
Energized through championing change, driven in getting results, and agility in navigating ambiguity in a fast paced environment
Confident applying Key Performance Indicators for effective forecasting and propelling continuous improvement
Ability to influence colleagues and leaders at all levels of a matrixed environment
Excellent interpersonal communication skills with a high degree of emotional intelligence and strong executive presence.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

Key Performance IndicatorsPractical Process Improvement

Soft Skills

interpersonal communicationemotional intelligenceexecutive presenceconsultative approachrelationship buildingchange managementresults-drivenagilityinfluenceinnovation

Certifications

Master's degree in Human ResourcesMaster's degree in Labor Relations