Intern - Laboratory Process Improvement

CHG Labcorp Central Laboratory Services S.à r.l.; Meyrin; Presencial; CHF 17.000 - 28.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid internship

Mentoring and career development

Global exposure

Descripción de la vacante

Labcorp is seeking a Laboratory Process Improvement Intern to join the General Laboratory team in Geneva. The internship offers hands-on exposure to improving two operational workflows and collaborating with colleagues to translate laboratory needs into practical digital solutions within a regulated environment.

You will work 5-6 months full-time (with flexibility to consider an 80% schedule), starting preferably January 2026, with a paid internship and eligibility through a university program.

Formación

• Current enrolment in a Bachelor’s degree program in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Analytics, Biomedical Sciences, Life Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Current enrolment in a Master’s degree program in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Analytics, Biomedical Sciences, Life Sciences, or a related discipline.
• English and French at an intermediate level are required.
• Curiosity and willingness to understand how processes operate by observing activities and asking questions.

Responsabilidades

• Map the current delayed batched testing process, documenting key steps, responsibilities, handoffs, decision points, and timing.
• Review the MSDS review workflow to understand requirements and identify bottlenecks, duplication, and unclear responsibilities.
• Gather staff feedback and analyze operational data to distinguish necessary waiting steps from avoidable delays.
• Develop proposed workflows and prioritize improvements based on benefit, feasibility, and quality requirements.
• Support a pilot of selected improvements, define measures to assess impact, and document next steps for process owners.

Educación

Bachelor’s degree program in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Analytics, Biomedical Sciences, Life Sciences, or a related discipline

Master’s degree program in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Analytics, Biomedical Sciences, Life Sciences, or a related discipline

Descripción del empleo

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges.

As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives.

Labcorp is seeking a Laboratory Process Improvement Intern to join our General Laboratory team in Geneva.

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday. 40hrs per week (with flexibility to consider an 80% working schedule).

Job Responsibilities:

Working with laboratory colleagues and process owners, you will help assess and improve two operational workflows: delayed batched testing and the MSDS review process. Map the current delayed batched testing process, documenting key steps, responsibilities, handoffs, decision points, and timing. Review the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) review workflow with the teams involved to understand requirements and identify bottlenecks, duplication, and unclear responsibilities. Gather staff feedback and analyze available operational data to distinguish necessary waiting steps from avoidable delays. Develop proposed workflows and prioritize improvements based on expected benefit, feasibility, and quality requirements. Support a pilot of selected improvements where feasible, define measures to assess their impact, and document recommendations and next steps for process owners.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current enrolment in a Bachelor’s degree program in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Analytics, Biomedical Sciences, Life Sciences, or a related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current enrolment in a Master’s degree program in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Analytics, Biomedical Sciences, Life Sciences, or a related discipline.

Additional Job Standards:

You must be a student and be eligible for an internship agreement with a third party Intermediate level in English and in French required Curiosity and willingness to understand how processes operate in practice by observing activities and asking questions. A structured approach to gathering information, analyzing problems, and documenting findings. Ability to work collaboratively, listen to different perspectives, and communicate recommendations respectfully. Initiative and the ability to manage agreed tasks independently under supervision. Attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality, quality requirements, and laboratory procedures.

About the Team:

The General Laboratory team in Geneva supports laboratory testing for clinical trials, working across scientific disciplines and with colleagues who coordinate technical information and client requirements. During this internship, you will collaborate with colleagues to improve how teams share information, deliver data, and monitor their activities. You will gain experience translating laboratory needs into practical digital solutions within a regulated environment.

About the Program:

As a Labcorp intern, you’ll be immersed in hands‑on work that complements your academic background. In addition to your project work, you’ll gain valuable exposure to Labcorp’s global business, culture, and leadership through: Enterprise‑wide learning experiences that introduce you to key business functions across Labcorp Leadership exposure and visibility, including direct interaction with senior leaders Senior leader speaker sessions offering insights into strategy, innovation, and career growth Continuous opportunities to connect and grow, from intern cohort communication channels and LinkedIn Learning resources to professional development sessions and storytelling opportunities that highlight your internship journey Connection to Labcorp’s inclusive culture through engagement with our employee resource groups (ERGs)and values-driven community initiatives Dedicated mentoring connections to guide your growth, provide career advice, and support your internship journey.

Internship Details:

• Duration: 5-6 months, full-time (with flexibility to consider an 80% working schedule).
• Dates of Internship: starting preferably from January 2026.
• Compensation: Paid internship.
• Eligibility: Currently enrolled in a relevant degree program.

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