Digital Leadership Development Program

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Posted about 22 hours ago

Internship

Waltham, Massachusetts

In Person

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Responsibilities

Participants will complete four six-month rotations across diverse functional areas, business units, and regions to develop digital leadership competencies. The role involves gaining proficiency in strategic direction and utilizing Practical Process Improvement methodology.

Qualifications

You are an undergraduate student completing a Bachelor's degree between December 2026 and June 2027 in a relevant field such as Computer Science or Data Science. You also have at least one year of digital, data science, or IT-related work experience, along with proven leadership experience and a strong ability to navigate ambiguity and solve complex problems.

Must Have Skills for ATS

AI/ML

Automation

Cybersecurity

Data Analysis

Digital Engineering

Enterprise Applications

Infrastructure

Practical Process Improvement (PPI)

Job Description

Work Schedule

Environmental Conditions

Job Description

Why Join Us? 

The Digital Leadership Development Program (DLDP) is an accelerated opportunity to develop the vital competencies and experiences needed for a career as a Digital leader. 

As a global company with opportunities spanning multiple businesses, functions, and locations, applicants are required to be geographically flexible and mobile for the DLDP and post-program. Rotational assignments and full-time placements are based on business needs and organizational priorities at the time of selection. Onsite and in-office work is an essential function of this role and a requirement of the position. 

Strategic Business Impact 

The DLDP is a two-year program set to occur between July 20, 2027 – July 2029. Participants will complete four, six-month rotations that provide strategic direction while gaining proficiency with our diverse functional areas, business units, and regions. Learning opportunities will include: formal development sessions, dedicated Executive Mentorship, utilization of our Practical Process Improvement (PPI) methodology, and a network of outstanding LDP alumni. 

Critical capabilities for the DLDP include:  

  • AI/ML 

  • Automation 

  • Cybersecurity 

  • Data Analysis 

  • Digital Engineering 

  • Enterprise Applications 

  • Infrastructure 

Compensation 

Our DLDP offers a starting salary of $94,000 in addition to the following as part of the total compensation: Annual Incentive Plan, Sign-on Bonus, and Relocation Assistance.  

What We Look For 

Academic Background & Work Experience: 

  • Undergraduate student completing a Bachelor’s degree between December 2026 – June 2027 in one of the following: Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Information Security, Information Systems, Information Technology, Software Engineering/Programming, or related field of study. 

  • 1+ years of Digital, Data Science, or IT-related work experience (i.e. work experience, internships, special projects, etc.).  

Leadership Profile: 

  • Proven leadership experience with a track record of influencing others, leading initiatives, driving results, and creating positive impact within teams and organizations. 

  • Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity, adapt to changing priorities, and solve complex problems. 

  • Evidence of grit, resilience, and perseverance when facing challenges, setbacks, or competing priorities. 

  • Strong learning agility, intellectual curiosity, and an innovative mindset. 

  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills and emotional intelligence, with the ability to build relationships across diverse teams. 

  • Geographic mobility and flexibility required to pursue future career opportunities in locations aligned with business needs. 

  • Onsite and in-office work is an essential function of this role and is required throughout the program and in future placements to support collaboration across businesses, functions, and locations. 

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you! 

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require sponsorship (current or future) for employment visa status. Thermo Fisher does not offer employment in this position to holders of F-1, J-1, H-1, OPT, and CPT Visas for the purpose of obtaining practical experience. 

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is –.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

  • A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

  • Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

  • At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

  • Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

  • Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

Thermo Fisher Scientific

About Thermo Fisher Scientific Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD. For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com.
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