Talent Acquisition Intern

Merck Sharp & Dohme IDEA Middle East; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare company is seeking a Talent Acquisition Intern to support their EEMEA team. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in recruitment processes and administrative tasks. You will assist with job postings, manage candidate interactions, and work closely with hiring managers. The position is designed for individuals eager to learn about the recruitment landscape while receiving mentorship and support. Flexible working arrangements and a monthly stipend make this an attractive entry point into the HR field.

Benefits

Monthly stipend

Buddy and mentor support

Learning opportunities

Qualifications

• High level of organization skills required.
• Interest in learning about Talent Acquisition is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the Talent Acquisition Team with administrative tasks.
• Process recruitment steps and manage candidate reports.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Interest in Talent Acquisition

Fluency in English

Technology Adaptability

Education

Currently enrolled in a degree program

Tools

Workday

Job description

Job Description

Talent Acquisition Intern

July 2025 Jan. 2026 (Dubai)

INTRODUCTION

As one of the worlds leading healthcare companies we are committed to making a difference. We are looking for a Recruitment Coordinator to support the EEMEA Talent Acquisition team to play a significant role in the next chapter of our invention and discovery story.

THE OPPORTUNITY

• Support the Talent Acquisition Team in EEMEA with but not limited to any admin documentation and technology work
• Complete job postings for EEMEAbased positions
• Process any Workday Activity i.e. administrating recruitment steps reports candidates management
• Link with the candidate Hiring Manager HRBP and Talent Acquisition on Global Background check full cycle process

THE CANDIDATE

• High level of organisation skills
• Has an interest in learning about Talent Acquisition
• Fluency in English
• Graduating in 2026 or later
• Able to work 25 40 hours per week
• Adept with technology and able to pick up new systems and digital tools quickly

What we offer

• Monthly stipend
• Buddy and mentor support during your journey
• Learning opportunities.

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Current Contingent Workers apply HERE

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Merck & Co. Inc. Rahway NJ USA also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC Rahway NJ USA does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no preexisting agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place introductions are position specific. Please no phone calls or emails.

Employee Status:

Intern/Coop (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

Job Posting End Date:

05/15/2025

*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFOREthe listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Required Experience:

Intern