Posted: 10-Dec-24
Location: Dublin, Ohio
Type: Full-time
Categories:
Internal Number: 2438161
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 a Medical Laboratory Science Lab Assistant Intern in Dublin / Columbus, Ohio!
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. #FutureofLabcorp
About Team:
Labcorp's Dublin Reference Laboratory consists of dedicated, hardworking, high-performance individuals who analyses on average around 60,000 specimens each day. This team works in a high-throughput, high volume laboratory providing accurate and timely results
Internship Assignment Summary:
This position is a 12-week position that will predominantly occur on third (night) shift with a work schedule from 4:00am to 12:30pm, with duties like the following:
- Fulfill lab assistant or specimen processor duties while supporting the work of technicians, technologists and scientists in an area of testing in a medical diagnostic laboratory
- Learn standard operating procedures for analyzing and storing specimens
- Learns how to use laboratory equipment and software appropriate for assigned tasks
- Prepare specimens for testing in laboratory departments through plating, aliquoting, distributing and sorting
- Complete meaningful independent projects in assigned area of laboratory
- Work under direct supervision and performs general duties as assigned by the designated department
- Support the lab by performing data entry, loading instruments, performing maintenance on all types of equipment, gathering supplies for testing
- Perform a variety of administrative duties for a designated department including clerical and customer service functions
- Contributes to a cohesive team environment
- Plans individual workload in coordination with team members
Education/Qualifications/Skills:
- Preferred December 2025 or May 2026 graduates
- Basic computer knowledge and data entry skills; experience with Microsoft Office applications preferred
- Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
- Career goals that align with working in a medical diagnostic, medical toxicology, or anatomical pathology lab as a technologist
- High level of attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and multitask
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in fast paced high-volume environment and while prioritizing and manage multiple tasks
- Comfortability with handling biological specimens such as blood, urine, stool, serum, or plasma.
- Has experience delivering multiple projects in an academic or professional setting
- Able to work independently under general supervision
Applicants for this position must intend to enroll after completion of the Labcorp Internship in one or more final semesters to finish coursework towards a bachelor's degree.
Academic Programs and Course Requirements:
Completion of the following before the end of spring 2025 semester:
- a minimum of two years of coursework directed towards completion of a bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Laboratory Science; or
- a minimum of 3 years of coursework directed towards completion of a bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, Biochemistry, or Chemistry
Experience:
Completion of 2-3 sophomore-level or above biology laboratory courses required and/or 2-3 chemistry laboratory courses. Successful completion in multiple laboratory courses in subjects such as hematology, immunology, microbiology, biological chemistry, or clinical laboratory science preferred.
We are looking for someone that is well organized, has MS Office suite skills, can prioritize well, and with quick learning agility. Computer skills, some IT knowledge would be beneficial, as well as solid verbal and written communication skills.
Pay Range: $17.00-$21.00/hr
Application window closes 11/15/24
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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