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HR Graduate Leadership
​​​​​​​Development Program
When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work, like helping customers in finding cures for cancer, protecting the environment or making sure our food is safe. Your work will have real-world impact, and you’ll be supported in achieving your career goals. Our team is committed to making a difference in our organization, for our client partners and the patients we serve. We seek individuals with proven competencies and strong character to help lead our organization now and into the future.

The impact you'll make...
The Human Resources Graduate Leadership Development Program (HR GLDP) is an outstanding, accelerated opportunity to develop the vital skills for a career as a Human Resources leader.

HR GLDP participants will have the opportunity for multiple assignments over two (2) years that provide strategic direction in different facets of Human Resources while allowing for exposure to our core processes, technologies, and leaders. Participants will gain proficiency with our diverse functional areas, business units, products / services, and regions. Additional learning opportunities include: formal development sessions; dedicated Executive Mentorship; utilization of our Practical Process Improvement (PPI) methodology; and a network of outstanding LDP alumni across the organization.

Compensation: Our HR GLDP offers a starting salary of $90,000 in addition to the following as part of the total compensation: Annual Incentive Plan, Sign-on Bonus, Relocation Assistance. Geographic flexibility is required both during and upon completion of the program.

Start Date: The HR GLDP is set to begin July 13, 2026 and individuals are responsible for finalizing housing and transportation prior to program commencement and across each eight (8) month rotation across the two (2) year program.

Rotations will include the following functional areas:

Talent Management
Talent Acquisition
Corporate Total Rewards
Employee Relations
Other critical impactful initiatives

Applicant criteria
  • Graduate student completing a Master's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, or similar degree between December 2025 and June 2026.
  • 1+ years work experience – ideally gained in large, forward-thinking, global organizations. Experience in Life Sciences or STEM-related industry required.
  • Distinguished results demonstrating integrity, innovation, involvement, and intensity.
  • Consultative approach with internal and external partners and ability to cultivate ongoing, meaningful, positive relationships.
  • Energized through championing change, driven in getting results, and agility in navigating ambiguity in a fast paced environment.
  • Confident applying Key Performance Indicators for effective forecasting and propelling continuous improvement.
  • Ability to influence colleagues and leaders at all levels of a matrixed environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills with a high degree of emotional intelligence and strong executive presence.

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.

Real GLDP participants. Real impact.

See what our program participants have to say about their experience with us! 
“After receiving my undergraduate degree, I joined a rotational program at my previous company and found it to be an invaluable experience. I knew I wanted to join a similar rotational program after I received my graduate degree and was excited to discover this program at Thermo Fisher Scientific. Most professionals do not get to experience three different roles in two years, and it allows you to figure out the area of Human Resources you want to pursue in the long-term. And by being part of three different teams, you also get to meet and work with more colleagues than in traditional roles. In my short time here, I have learned so much and have seen the impact of my work on the company. I have also gotten to work with colleagues that truly care about my development and are invested in my success during this program.”
Jess, previous intern and current GLDP HR, Villanova University
“While beginning the job search process during my MBA, I had a short list of attributes I was specifically looking for in my next company and role – luckily, I was able to find everything I wanted with Thermo Fisher Scientific and the HR Graduate Leadership Development Program. I knew I wanted to work at a large, global company that makes a positive impact on the world and Thermo Fisher’s mission to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer more than fit that criteria. I also wanted my next role to leverage my experience as an HR Business Partner while fast-tracking my exposure to other areas of HR and accelerating my development. The HR GLDP gave me the opportunity to move around the company getting to know our businesses and make an impact in a short amount of time, build an internal network and receive mentorship from senior leaders, and discover my passion for talent management. As a graduate of the HR GLDP, I know first-hand the value of rotations, development and mentorship in growing your career. Being able to apply what I’ve learned to support others grow their careers inspires me to bring my best every day.” 
Rachel, GLDP HR alumna, Arizona State University
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