Intern - Junior Back-end Software Developer
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.
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Labcorp 2026 Global Internship Program Exciting Internship Opportunity - Junior Back-end Software Developer Intern in Durham, North Carolina!
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 12-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: May 18, 2026 - August 7, 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: 12 weeks, full-time
- Dates of Internship: May 18, 2026 - August 7, 2026
- Location: Durham, North Carolina
- Hours: 40 hrs/week
- 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
Labcorp Diagnostics is looking for an intern for the summer of 2026 internship program focused on back-end software development.
The intern will work embedded in the software development team to design, develop, review, test, deploy, configure new features or maintain existing solutions for the Contact Center platform or related services.
Internship Assignment Summary:
- Design and develop applications, features and fixes under assigned mentorship
- Work in back-end development using Java mainly, but also Python or JavaScript with NodeJS
- Implement solutions that interact with NoSQL or relational databases
- Integrate with queues, streams, events and file systems
- Configure resources in AWS cloud using Terraform or command line interfaces.
- Collaborate with business analysis, quality assurance, project management team members for the analysis, review, deploy and track assigned tasks
- Elicit and act upon feedback from code and design reviews
- Gain understanding of software development lifecycles and processes used at Labcorp for design, develop, build, deploy and monitor
Education/Qualifications/Skills:
- Current enrolment in 2nd or higher year of Bachelor's program in Computer Information Systems, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or other equivalent
- Knowledge of software development using Java language, extra credits for Spring Boot platform
- Knowledge of Python and NodeJS JavaScript
- Some experience with RDBMS SQL (e.g., DB2, Oracle) and NoSQL Databases like MongoDb or DynamoDb
- Understanding of unit, integration, end to end and automation testing.
- Exposure to cloud computing platforms, preferable AWS
- This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship
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.
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- FSA
- HSA
- Fitness Subsidies
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
- Flexible Work Hours
Office Life and Perks
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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