2027 Future Talent Program – Engineering – Co-op

Merck; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 39,000 - 111,000; Part time

Job summary

Merck's Future Talent Program offers a 6‑month co‑op in our Animal Health Division with hands‑on projects spanning design reviews, SOP development, and asset documentation. You will work closely with project engineers and cross‑functional teams to learn how facilities operate and how to support safe, compliant commissioning.

Ideal candidates are pursuing an undergraduate engineering degree (Mechanical or Chemical), are in good academic standing, and can commit to June–November 2027 full‑time.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate engineering degree in Mechanical or Chemical disciplines or related technical field.
• Must have completed at least sophomore year by the start of the co‑op (June 2027).

Responsibilities

• Assist project engineers with design reviews and progress tracking.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance and engineering to create SOPs, maintenance strategies, and document assets.
• Participate in commissioning and qualification activities for critical facilities.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Undergraduate engineering

Sophomore by June 2027

Job description

The Future Talent Program features Cooperative (Co-op) education that lasts up to 6 months 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting project engineers with design reviews and construction progress tracking
• Working alongside our operations, maintenance and engineering groups to help create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), define Preventative Maintenance strategies, and compile technical asset documentation
• Participating in the preparation, review and execution of critical facility commissioning and qualification activities

Minimum Education

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in Engineering (Mechanical or Chemical), or a closely related technical discipline
• Completed at least your Sophomore year of college by the start of the co‑op (June 2027)

Availability

• Must be able to work full-time for the entire duration of the co‑op term from June 2027 through November 2027

Required Experience & Skills

• Good written and verbal communication skills, with ability to collaborate effectively in diverse, multi‑disciplinary team environments
• Analytical and troubleshooting abilities with a proactive approach to handling complex project details
• Comfort working in a dynamic environment that spans both professional office spaces and active facility commissioning environments

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Previously completed one prior professional internship or co‑op program
• Be in good academic standing with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

Salary Range

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

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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

10/23/2026

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Requisition ID

R412906