Site Facilities Intern

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

Job summary

MSD Malaysia is seeking an Site Facilities Intern in Cork, Ireland, to support a multinational pharmaceutical site’s daily operations. You will gain hands-on experience in Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) and lead maintenance-related activities in a regulated manufacturing environment.

The role focuses on audits, data management, and improvement projects, with exposure to GMP, EHS, and cross-functional teamwork. This internship offers practical mentorship within a global healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams (Quality, EHS, Manufacturing).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Facility Audits & Inspections: conduct site walk-throughs to identify maintenance needs, safety hazards, and GMP/compliance issues across labs and manufacturing suites.
• Project Support: assist facilities and engineering teams with space planning, equipment upgrades, and vendor management.
• EHS & Compliance: ensure facility operations adhere to GMP standards, sustainability goals, and safety protocols.
• Data Management: prepare and update facility metrics, KPI dashboards, and technical documentation using CMMS.
• Continuous Improvement: participate in projects to improve building efficiency and reduce downtime.

Skills

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Data Entry

Data Management

Document Management

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Office Applications

Teamwork

Technical Training

Vendor Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (Level 8) in Facilities Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description This Site Facilities Intern role in Cork, Ireland, supports a multinational pharmaceutical site's daily operations. You will help manage and gain hands-on experience in IFM (Integrated Facilities Management) and continuous improvement projects in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Role Overview. Location: Cork, Ireland. Duration: 6 - 9 Months (Full-Time). Department: Facilities & Site Services / Engineering. Reporting to: Site Facilities Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Facility Audits & Inspections: Conduct routine site walk-throughs to identify maintenance needs, safety hazards, and compliance issues across laboratories and manufacturing suites.
• Project Support: Assist the facilities and engineering teams with space planning, equipment upgrades, and vendor management.
• EHS & Compliance: Ensure all facility operations adhere strictly to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards, environmental sustainability goals, and safety protocols.
• Data Management: Prepare and update facility metrics, KPI dashboards, and technical documentation using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Continuous Improvement: Participate projects to improve building efficiency and reduce operational downtime.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree (Level 8) in Facilities Management, Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical), Supply Chain, or a related discipline.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams (Quality, EHS, Manufacturing).
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a keen interest in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry.

What You Will Learn

• Direct, hands‑on insight into how a highly regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing campus operates.
• Experience working with global teams and industry-standard maintenance software.
• Mentorship from seasoned engineering and facility management professionals.

PQ20 Required Skills

• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Data Entry
• Data Management
• Document Management
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Office Applications
• Teamwork
• Technical Training
• Vendor Management

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.