2027 Future Talent Program - Discovery, Preclinical and Translational Medicine - Intern

MSD Malaysia; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in West Point, PA, invites applicants to join the Future Talent Program as a DPTM Operations Intern for up to 12 weeks.

The role offers exposure to laboratory operations, equipment lifecycle management, and project execution within a collaborative environment. You will work with cross-functional teams to identify process improvements, develop operational analytics dashboards, and support compliance and capital project activities, contributing to an efficient and compliant

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Data Analytics, Business, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support laboratory operations and facility management activities across research buildings.
• Assist with equipment lifecycle management including onboarding, inventory reviews, data quality improvements, and equipment decommissioning.
• Develop dashboards, metrics, and analytics to support operational decision-making.
• Participate in operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support compliance-related programs, documentation reviews, and data integrity efforts.
• Coordinate and track capital projects and facility improvement efforts.
• Collaborate with facilities, engineering, laboratory staff, and other support groups.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and executive summaries for operational reviews.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve lab support processes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Biological Sciences

Chemistry

Data Analytics

Business

Operations Management

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Tableau

Power Query

Job description

## 2027 Future Talent Program - Discovery, Preclinical and Translational Medicine - InternApply: Not Applicable: USA - Pennsylvania - West Point: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 16, 2026 (30+ days left to apply): R412339**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 Research and DevelopmentDivision can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.The Discovery, Preclinical and Translational Medicine (DPTM) Operations Intern will support laboratory and facility operations across West Point research and development organizations. This role provides exposure to laboratory operations, equipment lifecycle management, compliance programs, capital project execution, process improvement initiatives, and operational analytics that enable efficient, safe, and compliant research activities.The intern will work closely with DPTM Operations personnel and cross-functional partners to identify opportunities to improve processes, analyze operational data, and support initiatives that enhance the scientist experience.**Key Responsibilities:*** Support laboratory operations and facility management activities across research buildings* Assist with equipment lifecycle management activities including onboarding, inventory reviews, data quality improvements, and equipment decommissioning* Develop dashboards, metrics, and analytics to support operational decision-making* Participate in operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives* Support compliance-related programs, documentation reviews, and data integrity efforts* Assist with coordination and tracking of capital projects and facility improvement efforts* Collaborate with cross-functional partners including facilities, engineering, laboratory staff, and other support groups* Prepare presentations, reports, and executive summaries for operational reviews* Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve the effectiveness of laboratory support processes**Preferred Project Areas:**The intern may support one or more strategic initiatives, including:* Laboratory equipment lifecycle management* Capital project planning and execution* Compliance and audit readiness activities* Operational metrics and dashboard development* Stockroom and laboratory sustainability initiatives* Process automation and digital transformation projects**Qualifications****Required:*** Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Data Analytics, Business, Operations Management, or a related field* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills* Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications* Excellent verbal and written communication skills* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative team environment**Preferred:*** Experience with data analysis and visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, Power Query, etc.)* Interest in laboratory operations, compliance, facilities management, or project management* Demonstrated leadership through academic, extracurricular, or work experiences**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.FTP2027RL2027**Required Skills:****Preferred Skills:**Current Employees apply HERECurrent Contingent Workers apply HERE**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. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.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 RightsEEOC GINA SupplementWe 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**Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully** Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.**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):**N/A**Job Posting End Date:**10/16/2026