Business Intelligence Intern

Merck & Co., Inc.; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. invites you to join the Future Talent Program as a Business Intelligence Intern in our Research Lab Division. This 12-week internship offers hands-on projects and development opportunities to explore a long-term career with us.

You will gather, analyze, and visualize data using BI tools, model data, build reports, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The role prefers students in relevant fields who have 2 years of college completed, plus familiarity with BI tools and

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field with at least 2 years of college completed.
• Familiarity with BI tools (Power BI, Qlik, Tableau, ThoughtSpot, or similar).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to present data clearly.

Responsibilities

• Assist in data product modeling in Databricks using data from internal and external sources.
• Develop reports and solutions using BI tools to track KPIs and metrics.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to identify business needs and gather requirements.
• Support data‑driven decision‑making by analyzing trends and performance metrics.
• Assist in automating reports and building data pipelines leveraging AI/LLM capabilities.
• Present findings and insights to team members and stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data visualization

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing degree with 2+ years completed

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Python

Cloud platforms (Databricks/AWS/Google Cloud)

Job description

The Future Talent Program features internships that last up to 12 weeks and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Research Lab Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.

As a Business Intelligence Intern, you will support the BI team in gathering, analyzing, and visualizing data to help improve business operations and decision‑making processes. You will work closely with various departments, utilizing your analytical skills to turn data into actionable insights.

• Assist in data product modeling in Databricks using the business data collected from various internal and external sources.
• Develop reports and solutions using BI tools (e.g., Power BI and Power Automate) to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to identify business needs and gather requirements.
• Support data‑driven decision‑making by analyzing trends, patterns, and performance metrics.
• Assist in automating reports and building data pipelines leveraging LLM capabilities.
• Present findings and insights to team members and stakeholders.

Currently pursuing a degree in Business Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field (must have completed at least 2 years of college coursework by the start of the internship).

• Familiarity with BI tool(s) (e.g., Power BI, Qlik, Tableau, ThoughtSpot, or others).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of database management and data structures.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to present complex data in a clear and concise manner.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with large datasets and data visualization tools.
• Coding experience (SQL, Python) is advantageous.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., Databricks, AWS, Google Cloud) is a plus.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis or machine learning techniques is advantageous.

Please note that this position may be closed before the posted end date or may remain open longer, at the discretion of the company.

Employee Status: Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation: No relocation

VISA Sponsorship: No

Travel Requirements: No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid

Shift: Not Indicated