Safety & Environmental Intern

MSD Malaysia; Ireland; On-site; EUR 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, is seeking an Safety & Environmental Intern in Ireland to support the EHS team in promoting a safe and compliant workplace within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

You will assist with safety programs, inspections, training activities, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives while gaining practical experience in occupational health and safety.

Qualifications

• Candidate completing a qualification in environmental science, engineering, science or related discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in occupational health and safety.
• Ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support routine safety inspections, audits, and workplace observations.
• Assist with incident investigations and follow-up actions.
• Help maintain EHS records, metrics, and compliance documents.
• Participate in risk assessments and hazard identification activities.
• Support delivery of safety training and awareness campaigns.
• Assist with emergency preparedness activities, including drills.
• Analyze safety data and prepare reports and communications.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects related to safety and environmental performance.

Skills

Analytical Problem Solving

Data Analytics

Environmental Health And Safety

Hazard Identification

Incident Investigations

Process Improvements

Project Management

Documentation Management

Data Visualization

Office Applications

Earth Science

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Risk Assessments

Safety Training Programs

Education

Related discipline: environmental science / engineering / science

Tools

Database Management

Data Entry

Reporting and Analysis

Job description

Safety & Environmental Intern

Supports the Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) team in promoting a safe and compliant workplace within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The intern will assist with safety programs, inspections, training activities, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives while gaining practical experience in occupational health and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Support routine safety inspections, audits, and workplace observations.
• Assist with incident investigations and follow-up actions.
• Help maintain EHS records, metrics, and compliance documentation.
• Participate in risk assessments and hazard identification activities.
• Support the delivery of safety training and awareness campaigns.
• Assist with emergency preparedness activities, including drills and equipment checks.
• Analyze safety data and prepare reports, presentations, and communications.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects related to workplace safety and environmental performance.

Education

• Completing a qualification in related discipline, environmental science, engineering, science or similar.

Development Opportunities

• Gain hands-on experience in pharmaceutical EHS operations.
• Work as part of a team.
• Develop knowledge of environmental, health and safety programs, risk management, and continuous improvement practices.

Required Skills

• Analytical Problem Solving
• Analytical Problem Solving
• Clinical Research
• Data Analytics
• Database Management
• Data Entry
• Data Visualization
• Document Management
• Earth Science
• Emergency Response Preparedness
• Environmental Health And Safety
• Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Management
• Environmental Science
• Hazard Identification (HAZID)
• Health Economics
• Incident Investigations
• Occupational Health and Safety Management
• Occupational Safety and Health
• Office Applications
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• Process Improvements
• Project Management
• Reporting and Analysis
• Risk Assessments
• Safety Training Programs

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

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.