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Intern - Lab Assistant - Metabolism

HAR Labcorp Early Development Laboratories Limited
Huntingdon
1 year ago
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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 Metabolism intern at ourHuntingdonsite.

As a Labcorp intern, you will have the opportunity to support meaningful assignments that compliment an education in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, Finance, Marketing, Communications, Business and Sales - 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”.

We offer paid internships for current students in a variety of degree programs, such as:

• Biological related sciences

• Chemistry related sciences

• Animal science

• Computer science

• Healthcare

• Business/marketing

Opportunities in-person or remotely - Choose from our virtual, office-based or lab-base opportunities. Qualifying applicants can also request relocation assistance.

What you can expect as a Labcorp intern:

In 2024, we hosted more than 250 internships globally. During your 12-month 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 the Team:

The Metabolism department provides a range of services for
clients including the assessment of the metabolic safety profile for new drug candidates.

Internship Assignment Summary:

Help analyse samples obtained from ADME studies with new drug candidates to establish their safety profile

Obtain skills associated with general lab working, house- and record-keeping

Engage in professional development activities to help you understand the drug development process

Education/Qualifications/Skills: 

Working towards bachelor’s degree in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Biology

Experience delivering multiple projects in an academic or professional setting

Ability to collaborate with various stakeholders and internal/external colleagues

Closing Date: 25th October
 

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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