QC Microbiology Intern at Thermo Fisher, Apply Now!
Are you a science student eager to gain hands-on experience in a global biotech company? Thermo Fisher Scientific’s QC Microbiology Internship in Swindon, UK offers a 12-month placement packed with professional mentorship, GMP training, and real-world exposure to microbiological testing and cleanroom environments. Whether you’re passionate about microbiology, biotechnology, or biomedical sciences, this role can jumpstart your journey in life sciences and quality assurance.
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Job Posting: QC Microbiology Intern
Work Schedule: Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions: Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards
Job Description:
Direct Report To: QC Section Head
Group/ Division: PSG
Position Location: Swindon, UK
Summary of Internship
Internship positions provide an opportunity for science students to get hands on experience in a manufacturing environment.
Internship opportunities within Service include:
- Technical Skills – QC Microbiology
- Manufacturing cleanrooms
- Continuous improvements – PPI
Essential Functions:
- Become familiar with FDA and EU regulations regarding the required statements for the site’s manufactured products
- To perform quality control microbiological testing of incoming goods, intermediates and/or finished products
- To perform environmental monitoring of facilities, production environment and personnel under cGMP conditions.
- Collaborate with team members in production and quality to build robust documentation to support audit readiness
- To perform planned preventative maintenance and performance calibrations on equipment.
- Accept candid feedback and look for areas of improvements
- To coordinate with team regarding tasks required completion.
- To maintain own training records and support and train other team members as required.
- To participate in continuous improvement activities to develop efficient team.
- To communicate optimally on site and internationally, and to participate with them in problem solving activities.
- Ensure cGMP is applied in their area of work and align with cGMP in all areas of the business.
- Ensuring HSE, cGMP and 5S in mind at all times.
- To carry out any other tasks which may be required from time to time.
How will you get here?
- Student currently enrolled in classes leading to an accredited bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, Biotechnology or Biomedical Sciences.
- No previous work experience required; previous related internships preferred.
- Experience using computer applications such as MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point.
- Native (or proficient) in English.
- Internship will fulfill a 12-month University placement within curriculum.
- Ability to be onsite – this is not a remote opportunity.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and strong professional presence.
- Strong desire and motivation to develop a career in manufacturing/operations
- Strong leadership and team building skills
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-functional team
- Ability to learn, be mentored, and improve.
Keywords: QC Microbiology Intern, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Internship, Manufacturing, Biology, GMP
