Intern – Software Development

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

At Thermo Fisher Scientific in Brno, we develop and manufacture cutting-edge electron microscopes and spectrometers. They play a role in research into viruses such as SARS-CoV-2, Zika, and HIV, and enable advances in the development of processors and new medicines. Our work contributes to making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

We offer the beIN Internship Program to all university students who want to gain real work experience while still studying. During your internship, you will work on real projects under the guidance of an experienced manager while developing the necessary knowledge and skills. A large proportion of our interns subsequently transition into full-time positions.

Are you studying a technical field, interested in programming, and looking for an opportunity to turn your knowledge into real-world experience? Do you enjoy solving technical challenges, exploring new technologies, and figuring out how things work?

Join our Software Development team at Thermo Fisher Scientific and contribute to developing and testing software for advanced electron microscopes and their accessories.

What will you do?

• Participate in developing new software solutions and improving existing applications for electron microscopes.
• Design, develop, and document software solutions that support advanced scientific instruments.
• Test software functionality and create automated unit and regression tests.
• Investigate software issues, fix bugs, and improve existing code.
• Work with Git to manage source code and collaborate on development projects.
• Review code with colleagues, exchange feedback, and learn good software development practices.
• Make technical decisions, communicate your solutions, and document testing results.
• Collaborate with experienced developers and other technical specialists on real development projects.

Who are we looking for?

• You're a bachelor's, master's, or PhD student in a technical field.
• The internship lasts at least one year, and you must maintain your student status until at least January/February 2028.
• You have a basic understanding of software development and testing.
• You enjoy solving technical problems and finding creative solutions.
• You can think independently, approach tasks systematically, and take responsibility for your work.
• You're curious, proactive, and willing to continuously learn and share knowledge.
• You enjoy working in a team and communicating openly with colleagues.
• You can communicate effectively in English, both spoken and written.

What would be a plus?

• Programming in Python, C#/.NET, or C++.
• Image processing or computer vision.
• Neural networks and machine learning.
• Automated software testing.

What do we offer?

• Meaningful work in an international high-tech company developing technologies that help make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.
• Flexible working hours that you can easily balance with your university studies.
• An extra week of vacation.
• Meal allowance.
• Free MultiSport card.
• Discounted mobile phone plans.
• Support for your professional and personal development.
• A friendly and informal working environment.
• The opportunity to learn from experienced software engineers and gain hands-on experience developing software for advanced scientific instruments.