Praktikant Inhouse Consulting (m/w/d)

Merck Group; Darmstadt; Sur place; EUR 10 000 - 13 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Merck Group in Darmstadt invites motivated students for a three-month internship in our Inhouse Consulting team. You will gain insight into internal consultancy by supporting diverse projects across businesses and functions.

You’ll work in a dynamic, innovative environment, contribute ideas, and draft your own career map while developing data-driven problem-solving skills. On-site presence in Darmstadt is required with start dates including Jan–Jun 2027.

Qualifications

• Early career stage; maximum one or two years of full-time work experience.
• Enrolled student in an advanced Bachelor's, Master’s, or PhD program with top grades (top 10% or equivalent).
• At least one completed internship or 3+ months of experience in business, consulting, or natural science.
• Demonstrated analytic skills via data analysis, modeling, or problem solving.
• Self-initiative and reliability shown through independent project work.
• Experience with Data & AI tools or methods is a plus but not required.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsabilités

• Support the Inhouse Consulting Team across projects and functions.
• Contribute ideas and learn daily life of in-house consulting.
• Collaborate with colleagues across businesses to develop solutions.
• Build foundations for your own career map aligned with aspirations.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Data analysis

MS Excel advanced

MS PowerPoint advanced

Communication skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

English proficiency C1+

Formation

Enrolled student in advanced Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD

Outils

MS Office

Description du poste

Work Your Magic with us!

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Your Role

Gain insight into the work of a leading internal consultancy! You will support the Inhouse Consulting Team in challenging projects across all businesses and functions within the company up to our purpose of talent development and business consulting. You will work in a diverse, young, and innovative environment, contribute your own ideas and get to know the daily life at Inhouse Consulting. We trust you with responsibility early on and support you to draw your own career map that is responsive to your aspirations and priorities in life.

Who You Are

• Maximum one or two years of full-time work experience (early career stage)
• Enrolled student in an advanced Bachelor's (minimum 3rd semester), Master's, or Ph.D. program in natural science, engineering, or business, with a grade average in the top 10% of your cohort or equivalent
• At least one completed internship or professional experience (minimum 3 months, full-time equivalent) in business, consulting, or natural science, complementing the degree above — ideally combining both a science and business background
• Demonstrated analytical skills, evidenced through prior project work, coursework, or professional experience involving data analysis, quantitative modeling, or structured problem-solving
• Demonstrated self-initiative and reliability, evidenced through prior project responsibility (e.g. leading a work stream, thesis, or comparable independent project)
• Practical experience applying Data & AI tools or methods to solve a business or research problem (e.g. through a project, internship, or coursework) is an additional, differentiating qualification — not required, but will be considered favorably in the selection process
• Demonstrated communication and teamwork skills, evidenced through group project work, presentations, or team-based professional experience
• Proven ability to work proactively and self-directed on assigned tasks, evidenced through prior academic or professional experience
• Verified proficiency in MS Excel and MS PowerPoint at an advanced level, demonstrable through prior coursework, project work, or professional use (e.g. building financial models, pivot tables, or structured presentations)
• English proficiency at CEFR level C1 or above (written and spoken) — required
• German proficiency at CEFR level B1 or above — preferred, not required

Please Note

• Duration: 3 months, with a start date on the 1st of January, February, March, April, May, or June 2027.
• You must be an enrolled student for the entire duration of your internship
• You must have a valid German work permit for the entire duration of the internship (independent from your current employer)
• You must be able to be on-site in Darmstadt throughout the period of your internship

What we offer

We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!