2027 Future Talent Program - Animal Health Formulation and Analytical Sciences - Intern

Merck; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck offers a Future Talent Program internship in Rahway, NJ, up to 12 weeks, with projects in Animal Health Formulation and Analytical Sciences. Interns gain hands-on experience in our laboratories and pilot plant, contributing to formulation development, processing studies, and analytical method work.

Candidates should be enrolled in relevant technical programs (engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, chemistry), be juniors or seniors, and demonstrate strong communication, teamwork, and

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Chemical or Biochemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Science, or Chemistry program.
• Junior or Senior year students in related fields.
• Strong written and verbal communication; interpersonal skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support formulation and analytical projects in the Animal Health division.
• Assist in development of new product formulations and processing studies.
• Contribute to analytical characterization method development and troubleshooting.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma

Enrollment in chemical/biochemical/pharmaceutical/chemistry program

Undergraduate/graduate student (Junior or Senior)

Job description

Job Description

The Future Talent Program features internships that lasts up to 12 weeks and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Animal Heath Formulation and Analytical Sciences Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.

The Future Talent Program features internships that lasts up to 12 weeks and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Animal Heath Formulation and Analytical Sciences Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.

Position Description

Our product development work is mainly conducted in our laboratories and pilot plant. Projects in our area are focused on new product formulations and processing studies and the development of novel physical and chemical analytical characterization methods. We work on a diverse portfolio of product types for both companion and livestock animals. Projects may also include troubleshooting/resolution of formulation processing and testing problems, demonstration of new and/or improved processes. Work is closely supervised, but requires application of sound scientific principles, theories, concepts, and techniques, as well as competency is working safely in research and manufacturing environment. The incumbent is expected to collect information and develop solutions to specific projects of a limited scope. Assignments may be designed to develop professional knowledge and to provide broad experience and familiarization with Our Company methods, standards, procedures, and practices.

Required Education & Experience

• Candidates must have a Highschool diploma and enrolled in a College/University Chemical or Biochemical Engineering undergraduate or graduate program.
• Candidates must be a Junior or Senior studying Chemical, Biochemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Science, or Chemistry degree.
• Candidates must have good written and verbal communication; interpersonal skills including flexibility and ability to work in a team environment.
• Candidates must have good analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Candidates should have a minimum 3.0 GPA

Note

Please note that this position may be closed before the posted end date or may remain open longer, at the discretion of the company.

Salary Range

The salary range for this role is $39,108 through $111,111.

FTP2027

AH2027

US And Puerto Rico Residents Only

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We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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Employee Status

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship

No

Travel Requirements

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements

Not Applicable

Shift

1st - Day

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Material(s)

Yes

Job Posting End Date

10/30/2026

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Requisition ID

R414069