Intern – Medical Diagnostic Lab Assistant
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Intern – Medical Diagnostic Lab Assistant

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 600 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 Diagnostic Lab Assistant Intern in South Bend, Indiana!

As a Medical Diagnostic Lab Assistant 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 interns 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

In this lab, interns work in a fast paced, production type environment and will be responsible for performing various non-technical and/or lab assistant tasks within the different departments/areas of the laboratory.

Every day we make a difference in the way the medical community receives accurate results for our clients and patients. Come join an industry leader to grow your potential for a career in the Medical Laboratory Industry.

Get ready to start your career and make a real difference for patients around the world. #FutureofLabcorp

About the Team:

The highly skilled clinical lab team in South Bend provides a range of services for hospital-based clients including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, microbiology, and molecular testing in a fast paced environment.

Internship Assignment Summary:

• Assist the pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical phases through troubleshooting specimen related problems, dispatching couriers, receiving patient specimens, and processing microbiology cultures
• Build skills and knowledge in all areas of the clinical laboratory to gain a better understanding of functions
• Perform lab assistant and specimen processing dutiesEngage in professional development working with the EHS and Quality committees
• Gain insight into regulatory and accreditation requirements that govern clinical laboratories

Education/Qualifications/Skills:

• Working towards bachelor's degree in microbiology, chemistry, biochemistry, biology or Medical Laboratory Science (Preferred), or other bioscience related majors
• Preferred December 2025 or May 2026 graduates
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in fast paced high-volume environment and while prioritizing and manage multiple tasks
• 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 or anatomical pathology lab as a technologist
• High level of attention to detail
• Comfortability with handling biological specimens, such as blood, tissue, cells, stool, or urine
• Ability to communicate, think creatively, and embrace an ever-evolving career field
• Embraces diverse ways of thinking through various forms collaboration and partnership

Work Schedule: Second Shift Position with the following work schedule:

Monday through Friday – 2:00pm - 10:30pm

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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