Internship-Laboratory Assistant - Eurofins PSS Insourcing Solutions, LLC

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company which provides a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The Group believes it is the world leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and for supporting clinical studies. In addition, Eurofins is one of the leading global emerging players in specialty clinical diagnostic testing.

In 2021, Eurofins generated 6.7 billion Euro proforma turnover in 940 laboratories across 59 countries, employing about 61,000 staff.

At Eurofins US Microbiology, our goal is to make sure your individual testing profile meets both regulatory compliance and your overall program objectives in the most accurate and timely manner possible. Our technical staff of microbiologists and customer service representatives will work with you to choose the appropriate tests, methods and frequencies best suited to your specific needs.

Are you looking to gain hands-on Lab experience? Do you want to join a fantastic group of well-trained, knowledgeable, experienced scientists? Then look no further. We want YOU to join our Summer Internship Program. Come join us here at Eurofins.

This position is a Full-Time role with varied days/shifts (plus additional hours as needed). This role will run from May 20th, until the end of August 2024, with the potential to be hired on permanently. Candidates living within a commutable distance of Mounds View, MN are encouraged to apply!

Responsibilites Include (but are not limited to):

• Demonstrates and promotes the company's vision
• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Applies GMP/GLP in all areas of responsibility as appropriate
• Learn sample accession tasks, including opening, entering, tracking, labeling, and disposing of samples.
• The position will be introduced to food, dietary supplements, and Micro samples for entry
• Learn to Coordinate with Client Service Coordinators to establish or update customer service procedures, with guidance, as appropriate.
• Learn to communicate discrepancies to appropriate personnel and assist with problem-solving
• Learns to handle internal customer inquiries, solve problems with assistance, and contact internal clients for clarification as needed
• Assists group with analysis of CAIRs and CAPAs as assigned
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications Include:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field 
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Work Environment & Physical Demands:           

Willing to work overtime, weekends and holidays Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

• Expected to understand the process for handling hazardous wastes and receive on-the-job training for handling specific waste types in their job area. 
• Work requires use of PPE (personal protective equipment). Work requires some standing and sitting for long periods of time.
• Work may require lifting of weights of up to 40 lbs. 
• Overtime, weekend and holiday work as required.
• May include second shift work.
• Will be exposed to potential food allergens. 

Your data 

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 Closing Date

We reserve the right to close or extend this position depending on application numbers. Therefore we would urge candidates to submit an application as early as possible.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive please be aware that if you do not receive a response within 4 weeks of the vacancy expiry date unfortunately, on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful. 

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.