Upstream Technical Operations Intern

MSD Malaysia; Swords; Hybrid; EUR 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

MSD Malaysia is seeking a Chemical Engineering/Pharmaceutical Science Intern in Ireland to contribute to strategic planning and medical insights. You will support new product introductions, technical transfers, and process optimization to sustain product quality and yields.

The role emphasizes solving problems in cross-functional teams and documenting batch processes. Ideal candidates are pursuing degrees in Chemical/Process Engineering or Pharmaceutical Science, with strong analytical skills

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in chemical/process engineering or pharmaceutical science.
• Demonstrated ability to work in cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and implementation of strategic planning in Ireland.
• Support of new product introductions and tech transfers to and from the site.
• Contribute to process and equipment optimization to improve quality and throughput.

Skills

Analytical Problem Solving

Analytical Thinking

Clinical Research

Data Analytics

Data Visualization

Process Development

New Product Introduction

Manufacturing Optimization

Documentation

Team Collaboration

Education

Chemical/Process Eng or Pharmaceutical Science degree (in progress)

Job description

Job Description A fantastic opportunity has arisen for aChemical Engineering/Pharmaceutical Science Intern. This position will contribute to developing and implementing strategic planning in Ireland by providing medical insight and expert knowledge about the product or disease area. In addition, the role shall identify, develop and maintain credible relationships with healthcare professionals, providers and academic centres. Bring energy, knowledge, innovation to carry out the following: Support of new product introductions and technical transfers to and from the site, including new technologies. Process and equipment optimisation in order to sustain and improve product quality, yields and throughput. Problem solving and continuous improvement initiatives to drive results in a cross functional team environment. Execution of process development on existing products or new late stage clinical products including scale up to plant equipment. Responsible for development of process documentation and batch recipes.

Note: If a research project is required as part of your college course the site will review the possibility of facilitating such projects.

The internship would ideally be a hybrid mix of working on site and virtually.

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.

What skills you will need:

In order to excel in this role, you will more than likely have:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Chemical or Process Engineering or Pharmaceutical Science
• High personal integrity, credibility and energy.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of diverse teams in an inclusive manner.
• Demonstrated ability to be self-driven with respect to driving results and implementing identified improvement initiatives.

PQ20 Required Skills:

• Analytical Problem Solving
• Analytical Problem Solving
• Analytical Thinking
• Clinical Research
• Continuous Improvement Techniques
• Cross-Functional Project Management
• Data Analytics
• Database Management
• Data Entry
• Data Visualization
• Documentation Preparation
• Document Management
• Emotional Resilience
• Equipment Maintenance
• Focused Improvement
• Functional Management
• Health Economics
• Manufacturing Documentation
• Manufacturing Optimization
• New Product Introduction (NPI)
• Office Applications
• Problem Identification
• Process Development (PD)
• Process Improvements
• Production Efficiencies {+ 10 more}

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

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.