Intern - IT

Round 1: Online aptitude test (logical reasoning, quantitative, verbal) → Round 2: Technical interview (Python coding, SQL queries, data manipulation concepts) → Round 3: HR interview (behavioral questions, fitment, career aspirations)

Thermo Fisher Scientific promotes a collaborative and inclusive work culture where innovation is encouraged and employees are empowered to take ownership of their projects. The company offers structured learning programs, mentorship and a healthy work‑life balance, allowing interns to grow both technically and professionally.

Thermo Fisher’s interview process typically starts with a timed online aptitude test, followed by a technical interview focused on Python coding, SQL queries and data manipulation scenarios. The final HR round assesses cultural fit, communication skills and motivation. The difficulty is moderate; thorough preparation of fundamentals and clear articulation of project experiences are key to success.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Engineering or related field; minimum 60% aggregate (or CGPA 6.0/10); graduating in 2024 or 2025; no active backlogs at the time of joining; strong programming fundamentals in Python and basic SQL knowledge.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in serving science, providing innovative solutions that enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. With a presence in more than 50 countries, the company operates across life sciences, diagnostics, and laboratory equipment, delivering cutting‑edge technologies that address some of the toughest challenges in healthcare, food safety, and environmental protection. In India, Thermo Fisher has built a strong ecosystem of research, development and manufacturing hubs, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous learning and impact‑driven work. The IT Intern role is designed for fresh engineering graduates who are eager to translate academic knowledge into real‑world data and automation projects. As an Intern II, you will be embedded within a cross‑functional team that builds data pipelines, prototypes generative AI solutions, and automates repetitive workflows. You will receive mentorship from senior data engineers and AI specialists, gaining exposure to enterprise‑grade tools and cloud platforms while contributing to initiatives that directly support the company’s mission. **Key Responsibilities** 1. Write Python scripts to extract, clean, and transform data from various sources. 2. Execute SQL queries for data validation, aggregation and basic reporting. 3. Develop simple automation utilities to reduce manual effort in data handling. 4. Assist in building and testing data pipelines using PySpark and Databricks. 5. Prototype generative AI applications leveraging LLM APIs, prompt engineering and retrieval‑augmented generation. 6. Create basic visualizations or dashboards to communicate insights to stakeholders. 7. Participate in code reviews, version control (Git) and follow Agile development practices. 8. Document solution designs, test cases and deployment steps. 9. Support API integration tasks and contribute to RESTful service development. 10. Collaborate with business analysts to translate problem statements into technical solutions. **Tech Stack**: Python, pandas, PySpark, SQL, Databricks, AWS/Azure/GCP (basic), Git, CI/CD concepts, LLM APIs (OpenAI), Power BI/Tableau (optional). **Growth Path**: Successful interns may be offered full‑time positions as Data Engineers, Automation Engineers, or AI Developers, with clear career ladders toward senior technical roles or product ownership. The exposure to modern data platforms and AI tools equips interns with market‑ready skills that are highly valued across industries. **Why Join Thermo Fisher**: Working at Thermo Fisher means contributing to a purpose‑driven organization that impacts health, safety and the environment worldwide. Interns enjoy a supportive learning environment, access to state‑of‑the‑art technologies, and the chance to network with experts from diverse scientific domains. The company’s commitment to employee development, flexible work policies and strong ethical standards makes it an ideal launchpad for a technology career.