Talent Acquisition Intern

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare company in Dubai is looking for a Talent Acquisition Intern for the period of July 2025 to January 2026. The role involves supporting the Talent Acquisition Team in various administrative tasks, managing job postings, and engaging with candidates. Ideal candidates should be organized, fluent in English, and able to work part-time. This internship offers a monthly stipend and mentorship opportunities.

Benefits

Monthly stipend

Buddy and mentor support

Learning opportunities

Qualifications

• High level of organization skills.
• Interest in learning about Talent Acquisition.
• Fluency in English required.
• Ability to work 25-40 hours per week.
• Adept with technology and able to learn new systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the Talent Acquisition Team with administrative documentation.
• Complete job postings for EEMEA-based positions.
• Process recruitment activities through Workday.
• Link with candidates and various stakeholders in the hiring process.

Skills

Organization skills

Interest in Talent Acquisition

Fluency in English

Technology adeptness

Education

Currently pursuing degree (Graduating in 2026 or later)

Job description

Job Description Talent Acquisition Intern July 2025 - Jan. 2026 (Dubai)

Introduction

As one of the world's 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 administrative documentation and technology work.
• Complete job postings for EEMEA-based positions.
• Process Workday activities, including administrating recruitment steps, reports, and candidate management.
• Link with the candidate, Hiring Manager, HRBP, and Talent Acquisition on the Global Background check full-cycle process.

The Candidate

• High level of organization 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.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Merck & Co., Inc. is committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment.