Quality Control Internship - Carlow

MSD Malaysia; Carlow; On-site; EUR 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD Malaysia is seeking a Quality Control Intern to support the QC team in a global biopharmaceutical setting. The role involves writing and updating procedures, supporting laboratory testing, and ensuring GMP/GxP compliance while collaborating across functions.

You will assist with deviation investigations, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives, contributing to accurate record-keeping and training material development in a team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Working towards a Science qualification or relevant discipline.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and job-related computer applications.
• Excellent report writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Write, revise and rollout SOPs, training and maintenance procedures for Quality systems.
• Operate as part of the QC team performing testing and laboratory duties.
• Review, approve and trend test results where applicable.
• Participate in QC meetings and communicate progress and deviations.
• Ensure Quality Systems adherence daily and document in GMP/GxP compliant ways.
• Assist with deviation investigations and root cause analysis.
• Support audit/inspection readiness and cross-functional collaboration.
• Drive continuous improvement using tools like FMEA and Ishikawa diagrams.

Skills

Analytical Problem Solving

Biopharmaceutical Industry

Biopharmaceutics

Data Analytics

Documentation

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Quality Management

Reporting and Analysis

Data Visualization

Education

Science qualification in progress

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Office Applications

Data Management Tools

Job description

Job Description Quality Control Intern At our company, we aspire to be the premier research-intensive biopharmaceutical company. We're at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions that advance the prevention and treatment of diseases in people and animals. Join our team and contribute to our mission of using the power of leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world.

Responsibilities

• Participate in writing/revising/rolling out accurate operational procedures, training materials, and maintenance procedures for various Quality systems
• Ensure all work is carried out in line with the same
• Operate as part of the QC team performing the allocated testing/inspection and laboratory-based duties
• Where applicable, review, approve, and trend test results
• Participate in QC daily meetings and ensure effective communication of testing progress, deviations, etc.
• Ensure that all Quality Systems within the department are adhered to on a daily basis
• Complete all documentation in compliance with GMP and GxP standards
• Participate in the laboratory aspects of deviation investigations
• Problem‑solving to get to the root cause of issues
• Provide support with audit/inspection requirements to ensure department compliance/readiness
• Collaborate with others by sharing your skill‑set and expertise
• Drive continuous improvement, perform root cause analysis on system failures (e.g., FMEA, Fishbone diagrams, 5 why's)

Qualifications

• Working towards a Science qualification or relevant discipline
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and job‑related computer applications
• Excellent report writing skills
• Good communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with colleagues and external customers in a team‑oriented manner

Required Skills

• Analytical Problem Solving
• Biopharmaceutical Industry
• Biopharmaceuticals
• Biopharmaceutics
• Clinical Research
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration
• Data Analytics
• Database Management
• Data Entry
• Data Visualization
• Deviation Investigations
• Document Management
• GLP Regulations
• GMP Compliance
• Health Economics
• Ishikawa Diagrams
• Office Applications
• Problem Solving
• Process Improvements
• Project Management
• Quality Control Management
• Quality Management
• Reporting and Analysis
• Report Writing

Preferred Skills

• Current Employees apply HERE
• Current Contingent Workers apply HERE

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.

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.