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

MSD Malaysia; West Point (PA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ, USA seeks a DPTM Operations Intern for the Future Talent Program based in West Point, PA.

The internship lasts up to 12 weeks and offers projects across laboratory and facility operations, capital project execution, and operational analytics to improve scientist experience. You will support operations, develop dashboards, participate in continuous improvement, and collaborate with facilities, engineering, and lab staff.

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 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.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering/ Biological Sciences/ Chemistry/ Data Analytics/ Business/ Operations Management

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Power Query

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 Research and Development Division 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

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

FTP2027 RL2027 Required Skills: Preferred Skills:

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

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. 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

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.

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

Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.