Regulatory Affairs Intern

Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; AED 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly internship stipend

Hybrid working environment

Buddy and mentor support

Practical learning and development

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Job summary

Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp in the UAE offers a Regulatory Affairs Intern opportunity open to UAE Nationals. The 4-8 week internship in Dubai provides exposure to regulatory documentation, database updates, and lifecycle management activities within a collaborative team.

You will gain hands-on experience, receive a monthly stipend, and benefit from hybrid work, buddy and mentor support, and development opportunities while contributing to regulatory submissions and product registrations.

Qualifications

• UAE National (Emirati) with a valid Family Book.
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Medicine, or a related field.
• Graduating in Q2 of 2027 or later.
• Fluent in English & Arabic.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and organization of regulatory documentation.
• Assist with regulatory database and system updates.
• Contribute to lifecycle management activities for registered products.
• Support administrative and operational tasks within the Regulatory Affairs team.

Skills

Life Science

Pharmaceutical Industry

Pharmaceutical Process Development

Pharmaceutics

Product Registrations

Regulatory Affairs Management

Regulatory Submissions

Education

Pharmacy/Life Sciences degree

Pursuing or recently completed

Job description

Job description

Regulatory Affairs Intern opportunity is open UAE Nationals

Duration: 4-8 Weeks Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Our company is committed to developing local talent and supporting the next generation of healthcare professionals in the UAE. As a Regulatory Affairs Intern, you will gain valuable exposure to the pharmaceutical industry and learn how innovative medicines are registered, maintained, and made available to patients in compliance with local regulations.

You will be part of a diverse and inclusive team, working alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about improving and saving lives.

What are the benefits for you as an Intern?

Being an intern at our company means gaining hands‑on experience within a leading global healthcare company, learning about the pharmaceutical industry and Regulatory Affairs, and developing valuable professional skills while working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment.

Your Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and organization of regulatory documentation.
• Assist with regulatory database and system updates.
• Contribute to lifecycle management activities for registered products.
• Support administrative and operational tasks within the Regulatory Affairs team.

Your Profile

• UAE National (Emirati) with a valid Family Book.
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Medicine, or a related field.
• Graduating in Q2 of 2027 or later
• Fluent in English & Arabic.
• Available for a full- or part-time internship of 4-8 weeks.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.

What We Offer

• Monthly internship stipend.
• Hybrid working environment.
• Buddy and mentor support throughout the internship.
• Practical learning and development opportunities.
• Exposure to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Our company proudly supports Emiratization initiatives and encourages talented UAE Nationals to apply.

Required Skills

• Life Science
• Pharmaceutical Industry
• Pharmaceutical Process Development
• Pharmaceutics
• Product Registrations
• Regulatory Affairs Management
• Regulatory Submissions

Employee Status

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Flexible Work Arrangements

Hybrid

Job Posting End Date

12/31/2026

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