Quality Assurance Co-op

Job summary

The role involves supporting continuous improvement and digital transformation projects within the Quality Assurance organization. Responsibilities include analyzing quality metrics, developing automated reporting tools, and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.

Job details

Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Office Job Description Why Join Us? At Thermo Fisher Scientific, our co-op program is designed to be a strategic pipeline for future leadership talent. Students who demonstrate exceptional performance, leadership potential, and alignment with our values will be considered for full-time opportunities during their co-op with us to begin post-graduation. Strategic Business Impact For this role, projects may include the following responsibilities: Support continuous improvement and digital transformation projects within the Quality Assurance organization. Analyze quality metrics and develop dashboards to improve visibility of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and support data-driven decision making. Design and automate reporting tools, including the Quality Project Lead (QPL) Capacity Model, to improve efficiency and reduce manual activities. Develop automated reports and data visualization tools for Deviations, Laboratory OOS investigations, Customer Complaints, and Rejected Batches to enable proactive quality management. Participate in data collection and analysis for quality improvement projects, identifying trends and recommending process enhancements. Assist with the review, revision, and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions (WIs) to support process improvements and CAPA implementation. Support document management and workflow optimization within Documentum, helping streamline document review and approval processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate current processes and recommend innovative solutions that improve compliance, efficiency, and standardization. Gain exposure to Quality Systems, regulatory compliance, project management, and continuous improvement methodologies while building capabilities aligned with future Quality career opportunities. Compensation Our Undergraduate co-ops offer an hourly rate between $24.00 - $25.00 dependent upon academic year (rising Junior or Senior). What We Look For Academic Background & Work Experience: Undergraduate student completing a Bachelor’s degree in a science related field between December 2027 – June 2029. Previous related co-ops, internships, and / or work experience preferred. Leadership Profile: Proven leadership experience through student organizations, athletics, Greek life, community service, volunteer organizations, campus programs, military service, or other leadership roles. 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 co-op and 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 Canada and should not require sponsorship (current or future) for employment visa status. Compensation The estimated annualized pay range for this position in Ontario is $24.00–$25.00.

What you’ll do

The role involves supporting continuous improvement and digital transformation projects within the Quality Assurance organization. Responsibilities include analyzing quality metrics, developing automated reporting tools, and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Applicants must be undergraduate students pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field with an expected graduation between December 2027 and June 2029. Candidates should demonstrate strong leadership potential, analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively in an onsite office environment.

Listed skills

• Data visualization · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Quality assurance · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Reporting · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Quality Assurance
• Data Analysis
• Data Visualization
• Process Improvement
• Project Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Standard Operating Procedures
• CAPA
• Document Management
• Digital Transformation
• KPI Tracking
• Reporting
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Collaboration
• Document Review
• Intellectual Curiosity
• Complex Problem Solving
• Workflow Management
• Learning Agility
• Resilience
• Quality Improvement
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Automation
• Dashboard
• Corrective And Preventive Action (CAPA)
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Emotional Intelligence
• Standard Operating Procedure
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Quality Management
• Business Strategies
• Investigation
• Reporting Tools

Job areas

• Science & Research
• Manufacturing
• Management & Leadership
• Data & Analytics
• Quality Assurance Inspector
• Quality Assurance Specialist
• Product Graders and Testers (except Foods and Beverages)
• Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers