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Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world's most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you'll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people's health around the world. Together, we're improving health and improving lives.
Labcorp is seeking an MLS Student Trainee to join our team in Phoenix, Arizona.
Job Responsibilities:

• Attend didactic lectures and successfully complete all coursework and related materials in the following content areas: Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis & Body Fluids, Immunohematology, Immunology & Molecular Methods, Clinical Microbiology, and Laboratory Operations Management and Education.
• Successfully complete clinical rotations and related assignments in the following areas: Phlebotomy, Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis & Body Fluids, Immunohematology, Immunology & Molecular Methods, and Clinical Microbiology.
• Demonstrate competency of course materials as outlined in each course objective by obtaining at least a 70% in each course examination and an overall 76% or greater overall course grade.
• Complete all assigned supplemental assignments and attend all study sessions in preparation for the national certification examination.
• Engage in professional development workshops and modules to enhance your business acumen and professional presence.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be accepted into the Labcorp School of Medical Laboratory Science.
• Completion of all college/university requirements for graduation with baccalaureate.
• Individuals with grade point averages of between 2.50-2.75 may apply for admission and will be considered on an individual basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A recommended science/math and overall cumulative grade point average of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
• Included in the college/university course work must be:
  
  • 16 credit hours of Chemistry (including Biochemistry or Organic Chemistry)
  • 16 credit hours of Biology (including Microbiology with Lab)
• The courses below are strongly recommended:
  
  • Genetics or Molecular Biology
  • Anatomy/Physiology
  • Immunology
  • Statistics course

Additional Job Standards:

• MLS Students are allowed to work paid hours outside of the clinical externship. Those that elect to work will be placed into the MLS Trainee Student Worker role.
• Paid work hours are strictly voluntary, are not to exceed 20 hours per week unless approved by the Program Director and must be completed outside of clinical rotation hours.
• During paid work hours, the student worker will assist with and perform duties related to the function of testing, recording of data, and releasing of results under the supervision of a qualified Medical Laboratory Scientist. Note: Student trainees and student workers are NOT allowed to independently release patient results.

Medical Laboratory Science Training Program:
Exciting opportunity to be part of the Labcorp 2026-2027 Medical Laboratory Science Training Program as an MLS Student Trainee! Student Trainees will be based in one of the following locations: Phoenix AZ, Birmingham AL, or Indianapolis, IN.
As a Labcorp MLS Student Trainee, you will have the opportunity to rotate through a combination of hospital and non-hospital laboratory settings while learning the theory behind medical laboratory practices. Didactic instruction will be provided virtually while clinical instruction will be provided in-person at clinical base or affiliate locations. As a student at Labcorp, you will have the opportunity to support meaningful work that compliment an education in STEM+ Business and Healthcare disciplines, and are inspiring and valuable in our mission to improve health and improve lives across the globe. In addition to didactic and clinical instruction, we support your professional development and career exploration through workshops/modules, leadership speakers, employee resource group introductions, panel discussions, and more.
Capitalize on a dedicated training and development program that will support your scientific and professional career aspirations, and take pride in delivering work that helps save the lives of millions of people around the world. Students that complete the program will be prepared for diverse responsibilities in areas of analysis and clinical decision-making, regulatory compliance, education, and quality assurance/performance improvement wherever laboratory testing is researched, developed, or performed.
Students that complete the program will be provided a certificate of completion. Please note Labcorp School of Medical Laboratory Science is currently seeking NAACLS approval. Students will be eligible to take a national certification examination upon full NAACLS program accreditation approval.
About the Team:

• The Diagnostic Core Laboratories support hundreds of routine tests as well as specialty diagnostic testing for several conditions such as cancer and chronic kidney disease. Student Trainees in Phoenix, Birmingham, and Indianapolis will train in the Core laboratory environment.
• The Central Laboratories generate more clinical trial data than all other central laboratories combined. The central laboratory covers testing activities in Immunology, special chemistry, safety testing, genomics, histology, targeted cell isolation, flow cytometry, and microbiology. Student Trainees in Indianapolis will train in the Central Laboratory environment.
• Hospital Laboratories perform complex tests and procedures that help healthcare professionals detect, diagnose, and trait diseases. This can include working with bacteria and other microorganisms, analysis of body fluids and chemical and hormonal contents, and transfusion medicine. Student trainees will rotate through a Hospital laboratory to complete rotations not covered in the Core or Central laboratories. These hospital labs will either be run by Labcorp due to a hospital group partnership, or located with one of our local affiliates.

For consideration, LSMLS applicants must submit a complete program application and all supportive documents. All initial materials must be submitted by the application deadline in order for an application to be considered. Incomplete applications will be held for consideration for the next session upon request.
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. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. 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.
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