2027 Future Talent Program - Bioprocess Technology Solutions (BTS) - Intern

Merck

Millsboro (DE)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 106,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Merck’s Future Talent Program in the Animal Health BTS division offers 10-12 week internships with one or more projects. Interns operate as fully integrated team members, performing day-to-day research in bioprocess and biotechnology development, vaccine formulation, and problem solving.

Candidates should have completed their junior year in a Life Science or Engineering bachelor’s program by May 2027, with strong academics, teamwork, and communication skills.

Qualifications

Interest in laboratory operations and manufacturing
Ability to work in a collaborative, cross-functional team
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Science background with basic lab techniques in life sciences
General computer skills and record-keeping
Available for 12 weeks starting May 24, 2027.

Responsibilities

Support vaccine development and bioprocessing projects through lab studies and data collection
Analyze data, maintain records, and summarize findings for technical decisions
Troubleshoot scientific or process-related challenges in vaccine production
Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and manufacturing teams to gain exposure to commercial development

Skills

Lab interest

Teamwork

Communication skills

Lab techniques knowledge

Computer skills

Full-time duration May 2027

Education

Life Science degree

Job description

Job Description

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

Our company's Animal Health Bioprocess Technology Solutions (BTS) is seeking interns who will operate as a fully-integrated member of a team. Day-to-day research for the intern will focus on bioprocess and biotechnology development, vaccine formulation, and problem solving.

The BTS department develops the processing knowledge necessary to successfully scale-up and efficiently produce veterinary vaccines at a commercial scale. Development efforts focus on ensuring robust, cost-effective, safe, and advancing technologies for the manufacturing facilities to secure a competitive advantage in animal health for our company.

Our ability to excel depends on the integrity, knowledge, imagination, skill, diversity and teamwork of an individual like you. To this end, we strive to create an environment of mutual respect, encouragement and collaboration. As part of our global team, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career. The intern is responsible for accurate data recording, experimental set‑up techniques, interpretation of results, and safe lab practices.

We are seeking intern candidates with strong academic performance, communication skills, teamwork, and the ability to work in a multi‑functional environment. Candidates must have a minimum sophomore standing in a four‑year bachelor program in a life science or engineering discipline. Candidates should be able to demonstrate their achievements in scientific coursework through academic transcripts.

Summer Internships are 10-12 weeks in duration.

Education

Must have completed their Junior year towards a Bachelor’s degree in Life Science, Veterinary Science, Biology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Protein Chemistry, Microbiology or Biotechnology, by May 2027.

Required Qualifications

Candidates should have an interest in laboratory and manufacturing, solving scientific problems.
Enjoy working in a highly‑collaborative team environment
Have excellent oral and written communication skills.
Applicants should have a science background and a working knowledge of basic laboratory techniques in life science, with a preference in virology and bacteriology field.
General computer skills are essential, as are good communication skills and the ability to keep accurate records.
Must be available for full‑time employment for 12 weeks starting May 24, 2027.
The successful candidate is expected to be open to learn throughout the internship and to be thorough and methodical about planned experiments.
The intern should be committed to making an active contribution to team goals.

Key Responsibilities

Support animal health vaccine support and manufacturing projects through laboratory studies, sample preparation, data collection, and process evaluation.
Analyze experimental data, maintain accurate records, and summarize findings to support technical and business decisions.
Assist with troubleshooting and solving scientific or process‑related challenges associated with vaccine production.
Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and manufacturing teams to gain exposure to commercial vaccine development and bioprocessing operations.

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 $39,600.00-$105,500.00 USD

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Employee Status

Intern/Co‑op (Fixed Term)

Relocation

No relocation

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Travel Requirements

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements

Not Applicable

Shift

1st - Day

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