Site Facilities Intern at MSD

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

Job summary

MSD in Cork, Ireland is offering a 6–9 month Facilities Site Services / Engineering internship. You will gain hands-on exposure to Integrated Facilities Management, GMP compliance, and continuous improvement on a regulated pharmaceutical campus.

You’ll support audits, space planning, and data management using CMMS, while collaborating with Quality, EHS, and Manufacturing teams. This internship emphasizes learning and professional mentorship.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree (Level 8) in Facilities Management, Engineering, Supply Chain or related field.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Conduct facility audits and inspections to identify maintenance, safety, and GMP/compliance issues.
• Support projects in space planning, equipment upgrades, and vendor management.
• Ensure EHS and GMP standards are followed and drive sustainability and safety.
• Prepare and update facility metrics, KPI dashboards, and CMMS documentation.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to reduce downtime and improve efficiency.

Skills

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Data Entry

Data Management

Document Management

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

ThisSite Facilities Intern role in Cork, Ireland, supports a multinational pharmaceutical sites daily operations. You will help manage and gain hands-on experience inIFM (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 aBachelor’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

Requisition ID: R408679