Internship, Process Sciences

MSD Malaysia; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Cork, Ireland, offers an on-site Process Sciences internship focused on HPLC testing and small-scale development operations. You will work in a diverse, global team and contribute to quality compliance, data analysis, and problem solving.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a science qualification with a passion for healthcare and innovation, prepared to engage in daily technical meetings and continuous improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Candidate is pursuing a Science qualification or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills required.
• Experience with HPLC testing is a plus.
• Familiarity with QA/QC processes and regulatory standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in routine and non-routine HPLC testing of manufacturing and development material.
• Maintain HPLC systems and troubleshoot issues.
• Operate as part of the Process Sciences team on varied technical duties.
• Review and trend test results and communicate progress.
• Run and troubleshoot pharmaceutical unit operations at small scale.
• Participate in daily technical meetings and report deviations and updates.
• Ensure compliance with quality requirements and audit readiness.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in the lab.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Biopharmaceutical industry

Clinical research

Data analytics

Data visualization

Quality management

Project management

Process improvements

Regulatory requirements

Education

Science qualification (ongoing)

Tools

Office applications

Job description

## Internship, Process SciencesApply: Not Applicable: IRL - Cork - Brinny: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: September 16, 2026 (2 days left to apply): R409051Job Description**Internship in Process Sciences**Begin your journey in the pharmaceutical industry with us and develop both technical and professional skills while working on projects that make a real difference in people’s lives worldwide.Join a diverse, inclusive, and multi-skilled global team of highly motivated individuals. At the heart of everything we do is the patient, and we are dedicated to discovering solutions and treatments for some of the world’s most challenging healthcare needs.As a company, we are committed to pioneering innovative solutions, products, and strategies that have yet to be imagined. We want you to join us in shaping the future of healthcare.**What will you be responsible for?**Bringing energy, knowledge, innovation, and leadership to:* Participate in routine and non-routine HPLC testing of manufacturing and small-scale development material, following all relevant SOPs.* Maintain HPLC systems to a high standard and troubleshoot system issues as required.* Operate as an integral part of the Process Sciences team, performing varied technical duties.* Review and trend test results.* Run and troubleshoot various pharmaceutical unit operations at small scale.* Participate in daily Technical meetings, communicating testing progress, deviations, and updates effectively.* Ensure strict adherence to all quality requirements within the department on a daily basis.* Apply problem-solving techniques to troubleshoot equipment/experimental issues.* Support audit and inspection readiness to maintain department compliance.* Collaborate by sharing your skills and expertise with others.* Participate in and drive continuous improvement initiatives in lab.* Ensure compliance with our company's Global Policies, Procedures, Guidelines, regulatory requirements, including accurate record maintenance.**Internship Details*** This internship will be completed fully on-site.**Who are we looking for?*** Candidates working towards a Science qualification or a relevant discipline.If you are ready to **invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs**, **impact the future by driving innovation at one of the world’s leading healthcare companies**, and **inspire your team to push the boundaries of science and technology**, please apply today.PQ20**Required Skills:**Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Problem Solving, Biopharmaceutical Industry, Clinical Research, Continuous Process Improvement, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Document Management, Health Economics, Manufacturing Compliance, Office Applications, Pharmaceutical Development, Pharmaceutical Guidelines, Pharmaceutical Management, Process Improvements, Product Offerings, Project Management, Project Quality Planning, Quality Management, Quality Objectives, Quality Standards, Regulatory Requirements, Reporting and Analysis {+ 2 more}**Preferred Skills:**Current Employees apply HERECurrent Contingent Workers apply HERE**Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully** Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.**Employee Status:**Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)**Relocation:**No relocation**VISA Sponsorship:**No**Travel Requirements:**No Travel Required**Flexible Work Arrangements:**Not Applicable**Shift:**Not Indicated**Valid Driving License:**No**Hazardous Material(s):**N/A**Job Posting End Date:**09/16/2026**\\*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.**