QC Internship

MSD Malaysia; Swords; Hybrid; EUR 13,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

MSD Malaysia is seeking an Intern for a Quality Internship Programme in Ireland. You will contribute to lean improvements, participate in cross-functional teams, and support quality projects across the site.

The role requires ongoing Bachelor’s or Master’s study with strong communication and collaborative skills, and offers hybrid work arrangements. A global healthcare environment emphasizes patient-centered outcomes and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Analytical problem solving and data analytics skills are essential.
• Strong documentation and project coordination capabilities are required.
• Collaborative teamwork with cross-functional groups is expected.

Responsibilities

• Identify lean improvement opportunities and lead cross-functional teams to implement changes.
• Support adherence to lean methodologies including 5S.
• Assist with laboratory duties: pH and balance calibrations, sample management, and documentation.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Data analytics

Documentation

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in related field

Tools

Office applications

Job description

Job Description Role Description

Our Quality Internship Programme starts your journey on the career path within the pharmaceutical industry. Not only will you learn skills both technical and professional but work on projects that will contribute towards enhancing and prolonging people’s lives across the world. You will also be part of a diverse and inclusive, multi-skilled global team of highly motivated individuals. We keep the patient at the very heart of all that we do and strive to find solutions and treatments for some of the world’s most challenging healthcare needs.

So, what will you be responsible for?

• Lean Improvements: Identify continuous improvement opportunities and lead/participates in cross-functional teams to implement identified improvements. Support activities in the areas of cost reduction, process efficiency, energy conservation, waste minimization and operational excellence.
• Ensure lean methodologies are adhered to, including 5s.
• Perform Laboratory Gembas.
• Provide support for a wide range of quality projects.
• Generate, review and archive of documentation as appropriate.
• Participate and comply with internal Quality Management Systems (QMS) requirements, as relevant.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of documentation and retention records.
• Participate in laboratory-based duties as required, including but not limited to, pH calibrations, balance calibrations, gathering materials, labelling, preparing solutions.
• Assist with sample management, sample disposal and expiry check tasks.
• Support troubleshooting activities as required.
• Build on presentation skills and participate in site metrics

What We’re Looking For

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Masters degree. Good communication skills and a collaborative attitude - ready to work as part of a supportive team.

PQ20 Required Skills

Ability to Coordinate, Ability to Coordinate, Analytical Problem Solving, Audit Trails, Calibration Procedures, Clinical Research, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Documentation, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Document Management, Engineering Support, Health Economics, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Research, Office Applications, Presentation Preparations, Process Improvements, Progress Monitoring, Project Documentation, Project Facilitation, Project Management, Proper Documentation, Quality Compliance {+ 9 more}

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 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.

Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.