Validation Intern MS&T

MSD Malaysia; Dunboyne; Hybrid; EUR 13,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Dunboyne is offering an MS&T Validation Internship in a state-of-the-art biotech facility.

The intern will support cleaning and process validation, data review, documentation, and capacity improvement within a regulated GMP environment, gaining exposure to tech transfer, investigations, risk management, and continuous improvement. Under supervision, you will develop GMP, validation lifecycle, and lean tooling knowledge while building cross-functional relationships with MS&T,

Qualifications

• GMP/validation knowledge fundamentals preferred.
• Experience with data organization and analysis is a plus.
• Familiarity with documentation practices in regulated environments.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Support cleaning and process validation activities and document data
• Coordinate samples and assist with report preparation
• Assist with action tracking and readiness tasks under supervision
• Support technology transfer and site validation activities
• Contribute to investigations and risk assessments with basic data analysis

Skills

Analytical Problem Solving

Data Analytics

Process Improvements

Documentation Management

Project Management

Technical Training

Job description

Job Description Position Overview

An exciting internship opportunity has arisen within the MS&T Validation function at our state-of-the-art, single-use, multiproduct biotechnology facility in Dunboyne. The MS&T Validation Intern will support the validation team in cleaning validation execution, documentation, data review, and capacity improvement activities within a regulated GMP manufacturing environment. This role will provide practical exposure to technology transfer, site validation activities, investigations, risk management processes, continuous improvement initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration. Working under the guidance of experienced MS&T engineers and technical specialists, the intern will develop foundational knowledge of GMP, process validation, cleaning validation, and site operations.

What You Will Do

• Support cleaning validation and process validation activities, including documentation preparation, data collation, sample coordination, and report support.
• Assist with project activities, action tracking, documentation updates, and operational readiness tasks under supervision.
• Support technology transfer, new product introduction, and site validation activities by preparing information, capturing actions, and following up on assigned tasks.
• Contribute to investigations, risk assessments, and structured problem-solving activities by gathering data, performing basic analysis, and documenting observations.
• Build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders across MS&T, Operations, Quality, Engineering, and supporting functions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including opportunities to improve ways of working, increase efficiency, and strengthen right-first-time execution.
• Develop familiarity with lean tools, data analysis approaches, GMP documentation practices, and validation lifecycle principles.
• Actively seek feedback, apply learning, and take ownership of personal development throughout the internship.

What You Will Learn

• Practical application of GMP principles within a biologics manufacturing environment.
• Foundational knowledge of cleaning validation, process validation, and validation lifecycle management.
• How cross-functional teams work together to support manufacturing, quality, compliance, and technical readiness.
• Exposure to technology transfer, investigations, risk management, documentation practices, and continuous improvement tools.
• Experience working in a professional, regulated manufacturing support environment with opportunities to build technical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

About Our Team

The MS&T Validation team supports reliable, compliant biologics manufacturing through strong technical standards, validation lifecycle management, inspection readiness, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. The team is committed to developing talent, sharing knowledge, and creating an inclusive environment where people can learn, contribute, and grow.

PQ20 Required Skills

• Analytical Problem Solving
• Clinical Research
• Data Analytics
• Database Management
• Data Entry
• Data Visualization
• Document Management
• Health Economics
• Office Applications
• Process Improvements
• Project Management
• Reporting and Analysis
• Technical Support
• Technical Training
• Workload Prioritization

Job Details

Employee Status: Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation: No relocation

VISA Sponsorship: No

Travel Requirements: No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid

Shift: Not Indicated

Valid Driving License: No

Hazardous Material(s): N/A

Job Posting End Date: 09/16/2026

Employer Policy

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.

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.