2027 Future Talent Program - Digital and Operational Excellence COE (Center of Excellence) - Intern

Merck; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 111,000; Part time

Job summary

Merck is offering a future talent program internship within the Global Safety & Environment (GSE) Digital & Operational Excellence team. The interna will contribute to digital transformation, data analytics, and process improvements across the Safety & Environment organization.

The role involves documenting processes and supporting change management in a hybrid setting. The program targets students pursuing technical degrees, with at least two years of college completed, and requires full-time

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s/Master’s in a technical field.
• Must have completed at least 2 years of college coursework.
• Available to work full-time for 10-12 weeks.
• Strong critical thinking, communication, problem-solving and computer skills.
• Ability to receive verbal or written direction and implement changes.
• Ability to think critically about process inefficiencies and propose solutions.

Responsibilities

• Support process improvement and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with data analysis, reporting, and dashboard development.
• Help document business processes, requirements, and standard work.
• Support change management, communications, and training activities.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Problem-solving

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s in Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biology

2 years of college coursework completed

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 Global Support Functions Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.

The Global Safety & Environment (GSE) Digital & Operational Excellence Intern will support global initiatives focused on digital transformation, data analytics, process improvement, and operational excellence across the Safety & Environment organization.

Working within the Digital & Operational Excellence Center of Excellence (COE), the intern will help improve business processes, support data‑driven decision‑making, and contribute to projects that enhance efficiency, standardization, and user experience.

Key Areas of Activity

• Support process improvement and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with data analysis, reporting, and dashboard development.
• Help document business processes, requirements, and standard work.
• Support change management, communications, and training activities.

Education

• Currently pursuing a Bachelors/ Master’s Degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biology or another technical program.
• Completed at least 2 years of College course work
• Able to work full time for a period of 10-12 weeks
• Critical thinking, communication, problem-solving and computer skills
• Ability to receive verbal or written direction and implement corresponding changes
• Ability to think critically about process inefficiencies and propose solutions

Preferred

• Prior internship or work experience in the Environmental, Health, and Safety field or in chemical manufacturing.
• Ability to convey ideas and explain decisions in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work in a small team

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

$39,908 - $111,111 USD

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.

Requirements

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. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts

San Francisco Residents Only

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

Los Angeles Residents Only

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance

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

10/9/2026

• A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Requisition ID:

R413641