Intern-Lab Assistant

Company Overview:

At Labcorp, we believe in the power of science to change lives. We are nearly 70,000 people across 100 countries who are harnessing science for human good. Our work combines unparalleled diagnostic laboratories, drug development capabilities and commercial innovations. Together, we fuel scientific breakthroughs and deliver more than 160 million medical test results that help guide treatment decisions, accelerate patient care and change lives.

Join us in our pursuit of answers.

**Pay Range: $17 - $20 per hour

All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data. 

Labcorp 2026 Global Internship Program

Exciting Internship Opportunity –Lab Assistant in San Diego, CA!

Join Labcorp’s 2026 Global Internship Program and take the first step toward a meaningful career in healthcare innovation! We’re looking for motivated students to be part of a dynamic 11-week paid internship where you’ll work on impactful projects and gain real-world experience, all while supporting our mission to improve health and improve lives.

Internship 2026 Dates: June1, 2026 – August 14, 2026

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

• An immersive, in-person intern event June 2 - 4, 2026 designed to connect you with peers and deepen your understanding of our mission

• 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: 11 weeks, full-time

• Dates of Internship: June 1, 2026 - August 14, 2026

• Location: San Diego, CA 

• Hours: Monday-Friday Day Shift

• Compensation:   Paid internship; relocation assistance available for qualified candidates

• Eligibility: Preferred candidates are rising juniors and seniors (Dec 2026 through June 2028 graduation) who are currently enrolled in a relevant degree program; however, all current students pursuing related studies are encouraged to apply.

Why Labcorp? In 2025, we welcomed over 300 interns across our global offices. As part of the 2026 cohort, you’ll join a diverse community of future leaders working to shape the future of diagnostics, biopharmaceutical lab services, corporate functions, and healthcare delivery.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to launch your career and create real impact for patients worldwide. #FutureofLabcorp

About the Team:

• The San Diego Clinical Laboratory team provides services to include Hematology, Immunohematology, Immunology, Chemistry, and Molecular Microbiology in a professional, fast-paced environment.

Internship Assignment Summary:

• The intern will be an integral part of the team analyzing specimens through supporting the technicians and technologist, with the experience entailing:

• Familiarization with clinical laboratory techniques and good laboratory practices.

• Familiarization with specimen processing.

• Familiarization with testing techniques in all functional areas.

• Familiarization with anatomical pathology practices.

• Understanding of safety standards and hazard communication.

Education/Qualifications/Skills: 

• Working towards an associate’s or higher degree in a biological or laboratory science with a minimum of 60 semester hours with 6 hours in biology, 6 hours in chemistry and 12 hours of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination.

• Interest in completing a national certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT).

• Expressed desire and interest to work in a laboratory as a technologist after completing an undergraduate degree

• Must be able to regularly lift, carry, and rotate/turn with up to thirty pounds

Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.  Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information, please click here. 

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law. 

We encourage all to apply

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