GMP-Focused Internship: Process & Support Operations

Merck; Schachen; On-site; CHF 17,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Employee health benefits

Job summary

Merck in the Lucerne area is offering a 12-month internship in Process & Support Operations. The role requires full-time presence on site to support manufacturing and integrate with an existing team.

You will assist with GMP manufacturing, data entry, and support across QA-related activities while learning through hands-on experiences in a large multinational pharmaceutical environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master's degree in biotechnology, chemical engineering, or related discipline.
• Well-organised, structured and independent way of working.
• Commitment, motivation and creativity.
• Willingness to travel within Switzerland if required.
• Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Powerpoint, Word, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal German and English skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the local study team in operational management of multinational projects in Switzerland.
• Support administrative tasks and data entry.
• Maintain databases and ensure data quality.
• Learn and follow GMP/EHS standards.
• Assist with Weighing & Dispense, Solution preparation, or Upstream/Downstream operations under supervision.
• Assist with documentation and information for deviations or changes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement tasks and non-GMP test runs.
• Support material handling and gain exposure to SAP.

Education

Bachelor/Master's degree in biotechnology or chemical engineering

Strong MS Office skills

German and English proficiency

Data management and SAP awareness

Data analysis and data visualization

Attention to detail and organizational skills

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Merck in the Lucerne area is offering a 12-month internship in Process & Support Operations. The role requires full-time presence on site to support manufacturing and integrate with an existing team.

You will assist with GMP manufacturing, data entry, and support across QA-related activities while learning through hands-on experiences in a large multinational pharmaceutical environment.