Data Analytics intern

Merck Sharp & Dohme IDEA Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Data Analytics Intern to kickstart your career in the pharmaceutical sector. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working within a diverse and inclusive team. You will be involved in transforming data into actionable insights, honing your analytical and problem-solving skills. With a supportive environment, mentorship, and learning opportunities, you will thrive in a dynamic workplace dedicated to improving healthcare solutions. If you are self-driven and eager to excel, this internship is perfect for you.

Benefits

Monthly Stipend

Buddy and Mentor Support

Learning Opportunities

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and ability to work 30-40 hours per week.
• Strong analytical mindset and structured approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to analysis and insights creation using innovative data platforms.
• Support the transformation and improvement of data processes.

Skills

Data Analysis

Excel

Qlik

Analytical Mindset

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Graduating in 2026 or later)

Tools

Visualization Tools

Job description

Job Description

Data Analytics Intern

July 2025 - Jan. 2026 (Dubai)

Our company will kick start your career journey within the Pharmaceutical industry. We will empower you to Invent for Life. You will be part of a diverse and inclusive multiskilled team of highly motivated individuals. We keep the patient at the very heart of all that we do and strive to find solutions and treatments for some of the world's most challenging healthcare needs.

What are the benefits for you as an Intern

• Gain hands-on experience within the pharmaceutical industry
• Ability to grow your potential and be part of a diverse team of employees
• Work within a challenging and dynamic work environment
• Gain strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Your responsibilities

• As a member of the Commercial Operations department and the Data team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the transformation, harmonization, and continuous improvement of analysis and insights creation by leveraging innovative data platforms to deliver actionable insights to the business.

Your profile

• Fluency in English
• Graduating in 2026 or later
• Ability to work 30-40 hours per week
• Skills in data analysis, proficient in Excel
• Preferred experience in visualization tools like Qlik
• Strong analytical mindset, structured and organized, proactive, striving for excellence, self-driven with efficient reporting capability

What we offer

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

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Additional Information

• Employee Status: Intern/Coop (Fixed Term)
• Relocation: Not applicable
• VISA Sponsorship:
• Travel Requirements:
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Not applicable
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• Job Posting End Date: 05/14/2025

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Required Experience

Intern