Life Sciences Intern (Maplewood, MN) (Summer 2025)-R01116360

Thank you for your interest in working for our Company. Recruiting the right talent is crucial to our goals. On April 1, 2024, 3M Healthcare underwent a corporate spin-off leading to the creation of a new company named Solventum. We are still in the process of updating our Careers Page and applicant documents, which currently have 3M branding. Please bear with us. In the interim, our Privacy Policy here: https://www.solventum.com/en-us/home/legal/website-privacy-statement/applicant-privacy/ continues to apply to any personal information you submit, and the 3M-branded positions listed on our Careers Page are for Solventum positions. As it was with 3M, at Solventum all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.Job Description:3M Health Care is now SolventumAt Solventum, we enable better, smarter, safer healthcare to improve lives. As a new company with a long legacy of creating breakthrough solutions for our customers toughest challenges, we pioneer game-changing innovations at the intersection of health, material and data science that change patients lives for the better while enabling healthcare professionals to perform at their best. Because people, and their wellbeing, are at the heart of every scientific advancement we pursue.We partner closely with the brightest minds in healthcare to ensure that every solution we create melds the latest technology with compassion and empathy. Because at Solventum, we never stop solving for you.An internship is a temporary position within Solventum. Interns typically work a full-time schedule throughout a 10-12 week assignment during the summer of 2025. This position is limited to working 899 hours per service credit year.Applications on this requisition will be reviewed in November and December and filled by early 2025. It is in a candidates best interest to apply as soon as possible. Interested candidates should include a resume as part of their application.The Impact Youll Make in this RoleAs a(n) Intern, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world.Here, you will make an impact by:Collaborating with multi-disciplinary R&D teams, providing high quality experimental data and documentation delivering high quality results to improve and create novel healthcare products.Leading timely execution of prioritized laboratory tasks including preparation of biological samples, media and materials, microbiological test methods, and data collectionImplementing best lab practices and aseptic technique to prepare microbial samplesDocumenting detailed experimental records and reporting results in both electronic and written formatContributing to the generation of intellectual propertyYour Skills and ExpertiseTo set you up for success in this role from day one, Solventum requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:Completed a bachelors degree (or anticipated completion by June 2025) or higher from an accredited institution with a GPA of 3.0 or above.ANDIn addition to the above requirements, the following are also required:Experience with basic microbiology/molecular biology techniques or course workPursuing graduate school in biological sciencesAbility to work fully in-person during the internship, at the Maplewood, MN siteAdditional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:Previous internship experience in microbiology, molecular biology, or life sciences fieldExperience working in a biological BSL1 or BSL2 laboratoryExperience with setting up laboratory experimentsStrong problem-solving and communication skills, including documentation of workExperience with the Microsoft suite of computer programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)Excellent oral and written communication skillsWor location:Onsite: Maplewood, MN, United States (5 days a week)Relocation: Not authorizedMust be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).Supporting Your Well-beingSolventum offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, Solventum regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.Applicable to US Applicants Only: The expected compensation range for this position is $29.00 – $33.00 per hour, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidates relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.) after 90 days employment. Additional information is available at: https://www.solventum.com/en-us/home/our-company/careers/#Total-RewardsApplicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is – , which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited…Equal Opportunity Employer – minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity