2027 Future Talent Program - Commercial Leadership Development Program MBA Intern

Merck; North Wales (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck's Commercial Leadership Development Program Internship offers MBA students a strategic development path to build commercial acumen and cross-functional skills in Human Health. You will work on high-impact projects, partner with marketing, sales, operations, and other functions, and translate insights into actionable recommendations for senior leaders.

This paid internship provides exposure to core priorities, a pathway to the full CLDP, and a start date in May 2027 after selection in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Currently enrolled in an MBA program with anticipated graduation May 2028.
• Minimum of 3 years of full-time relevant professional work experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams in US market.
• Experience translating strategy into execution in a matrixed environment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to operational priorities across internship projects.
• Partner cross-functionally with marketing, sales, operations, and other commercial functions.
• Apply data, customer insights, market dynamics, and competitive intelligence to inform recommendations.
• Translate insights into clear, compelling presentations for executive audiences.
• Deliver a final capstone presentation with actionable recommendations.

Skills

Adaptability

Agile Methodology

Analytical Thinking

Leadership

Market Dynamics

Strategic Thinking

Cross-functional Collaboration

Presentation Skills

Problem Solving

US Market Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA candidate

Tools

None

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a high-potential MBA candidate to join the Commercial Leadership Development Program (CLDP) Internship , a strategic development experience designed to build commercial acumen, strengthen cross-functional capabilities, and provide meaningful exposure to key business priorities across Human Health.

During the internship, participants will work on high-impact projects in support of commercial priorities, partnering with cross-functional teams to address complex business challenges and deliver actionable insights. The CLDP Internship is designed as a pathway to the full-time Commercial Leadership Development Program.

Interviews will be completed and offers extended by December 2026. The selected candidate will start their new role in May 2027.

What you'll do

• Contribute to operational priorities across assigned internship projects
• Partner cross-functionally with teams across marketing, sales, operations, and other commercial functions
• Apply data, customer insights, market dynamics, and competitive intelligence to inform recommendations and business decisions
• Translate insights into clear, compelling presentations for executive and leadership audiences
• Deliver a final capstone presentation with actionable recommendations and business impact

What you'll experience

• Exposure to key commercial priorities across the Human Health portfolio
• Hands-on opportunities to contribute to meaningful business initiatives in a dynamic and highly matrixed environment
• Direct partnership with commercial and cross-functional leaders
• Experience translating strategy into execution and driving work forward with initiative and agility
• A pathway to the full‑time CLDP, designed to develop future commercial leaders

What you'll need

Required :

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS)
• Currently enrolled in an MBA program with an anticipated graduation date of May 2028
• Minimum of 3 years of full‑time relevant professional work experience
• Strong leadership, written, and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated strategic thinking, analytical skills, and problem‑solving capabilities
• Ability to collaborate effectively across cross‑functional teams and key partners in the US Market
• Demonstrated initiative, ownership, and ability to drive work forward proactively
• Ability to influence without authority and operate effectively in a matrixed environment

Preferred :

• Background in brand management, growth marketing, product marketing, or consulting
• Experience with digital marketing and artificial intelligence
• Experience in pharmaceutical marketing or sales

Required Skills:

• Adaptability
• Adaptability
• Agile Methodology
• Analytical Thinking
• Animal Health Sales
• Business Decisions
• Business Management
• Business Opportunity Identification
• Competitive Intelligence (CI)
• Creative Campaign Development
• Enterprise Leadership
• Entrepreneurship
• Executive Presence
• Healthcare Marketing
• Influencing Without Authority
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Leadership Development Programs
• Market Dynamics
• Marketing Budget Management
• Marketing Data Analysis
• Marketing Strategy Implementation
• Market Intelligence
• Market Research
• Partner Relationship Management (PRM)
• Partnership Management {+ 9 more}

Preferred Skills:

• Background in brand management, growth marketing, product marketing, or consulting
• Experience with digital marketing and artificial intelligence
• Experience in pharmaceutical marketing or sales

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:

Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit 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. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively.

San Francisco Residents Only:

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