2026 Future Talent Program - Global Safety Environment - Intern at Merck Rahway, NJ

kozmetickesluzby.vecnakraska.sk - Jobboard; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 39,600 - 105,500; Part time

Job summary

Merck is offering an internship for the 2026 Future Talent Program focused on Global Safety & Environment in Rahway, NJ. This opportunity lasts up to 12 weeks and includes projects that provide insight into the company's culture and enhance EHS compliance skills.

The ideal candidate will pursue a degree in relevant fields such as Safety, Environmental Science, or Engineering, and possess critical thinking and communication skills. This is a great chance to work full-time and gain valuable work experience.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work full time for 9-12 weeks.
• Must be able to receive direction and implement changes.
• Must have the ability to analyze process inefficiencies and propose solutions.

Responsibilities

• Provide EHS compliance and technical support for compliance programs.
• Assist business partners related to General Occupational Safety and Industrial Hygiene.
• Contribute to Air/Water/Waste Environmental programs.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Problem-solving

Computer skills

Education

Currently pursuing a Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biology or related technical program

Completed at least 2 years of college coursework

Job description

Overview

2026 Future Talent Program – Global Safety & Environment Intern. Rahway, NJ. Internship lasts up to 12 weeks, with one or more projects providing development and insight into Merck’s culture.

Responsibilities

Provide environmental, health, and safety (EHS) compliance and technical support to local site business partners related to compliance programs including General Occupational Safety, High‑Risk Work, Industrial Hygiene, and Air/Water/Waste Environmental programs.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biology or related technical program.
• Completed at least 2 years of college coursework.
• Able to work full time for 9‑12 weeks.
• Critical thinking, communication, problem‑solving, and computer skills.
• Ability to receive direction and implement changes.
• Ability to analyze process inefficiencies and propose solutions.

Preferred Skills

• Prior internship or work experience in EHS or chemical manufacturing.
• Clear and concise communication.
• Team player; ability to work in a small team.

Job Details

• Employee Status: Intern/Co‑op (Fixed Term)
• Relocation: No
• VISA Sponsorship: No

Salary Range

$39,600.00–$105,500.00 USD.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Merck is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We comply with affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about your rights, visit the EEOC website.

Position may close before the posted end date.