Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific

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Engineering Co-Op

Posted Oct 28, 2026

Role at a glance

Salary
$21 – $22/hr
Location
Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Part-time
Education
Undergraduate student completing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Biomedical engineering between December 2027 – June 2029.
Visa support
To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require sponsorship (current or future)...

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Role Summary

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This co-op role at Thermo Fisher Scientific may include project team work to bring new technology or new capabilities to the site, along with day-to-day manufacturing support. The role follows a Monday through Friday schedule and requires onsite, in-office work.

What You'll Do

  • Being part of a project team that brings new technology or new capabilities to the site
  • Day to day manufacturing support

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Qualifications

Undergraduate engineering student completing a Chemical, Mechanical, or Biomedical engineering bachelor's degree, with leadership experience and geographic mobility.

Required

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Undergraduate student completing a Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Biomedical engineering between December 2027 - June 2029
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States and not requiring sponsorship (current or future) for employment visa status
  • Standard Monday through Friday schedule, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with some flexibility
  • Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance
  • Onsite and in-office work required throughout the program and in future placements
  • Geographic mobility and flexibility required for co-op and future career opportunities
  • Proven leadership experience through student organizations, athletics, Greek life, community service, volunteer organizations, campus...

Preferred

  • Previous related co-ops, internships, and/or work experience

Original job description

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Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Office

Job Description

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday

8:00 am to 5:00 pm - with some flexibility


Wage:

$21.00 - $22.00


Environmental Conditions

Office


Job Description


Why Join Us?

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, our co-op program is designed to be a strategic pipeline for future leadership talent. Students who demonstrate exceptional performance, leadership potential, and alignment with our values will be considered for full-time opportunities during their co-op with us to begin post-graduation.


As a global company with opportunities spanning multiple businesses, functions, and locations, applicants are required to be geographically flexible and mobile for both their co-op assignment and potential future employment opportunities. Onsite and in-office work is an essential function of this role and a requirement of the position.


Strategic Business Impact

For this role, projects may include the following responsibilities:

  • Being part of a project team that brings new technology or new capabilities to the site.  
  • Day to day manufacturing support.

What We Look For

Academic Background & Work Experience:


Education:

  • High school diploma or GED required

  • Undergraduate student completing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Biomedical engineering between December 2027 – June 2029.
  • Previous related co-ops, internships, and / or work experience preferred.

Leadership Profile:

  • Proven leadership experience through student organizations, athletics, Greek life, community service, volunteer organizations, campus programs, military service, or other leadership roles.
  • 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 an 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 co-op 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.


Thermo Fisher Scientific

About the company

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Large Enterprise

Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in serving science, providing a wide range of analytical instruments, reagents, and software solutions for healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and life sciences research. With a commitment to innovation and quality, the company enables customers to make significant advancements in scientific discovery and healthcare diagnostics. Thermo Fisher operates in more than 50 countries and employs over 80,000 people, fostering a collaborative environment aimed at enhancing global health and safety. Through its broad portfolio of brands and technologies, the company plays a vital role in accelerating life-changing research and improving patient outcomes worldwide.