2027 Future Talent Program - Environmental Health and Safety Process and Site Support - Intern

1000 Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC; Elkhorn Precinct (NE); Remote; USD 40,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. invites motivated students to join the Future Talent Program as interns in the Global Safety and Environment (GSE) team across the Americas. The internship runs up to 12 weeks and includes hands-on projects in EHS training implementation, documentation governance, and incident investigation improvements.

The program aims to enhance operational efficiency and support critical GSE projects. Candidates should be enrolled in a technical degree and available for a 10–12 week period,

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in a technical program.
• Completed at least 2 years of college coursework.
• Able to work full time for 10–12 weeks.
• Demonstrates critical thinking, communication, problem-solving, and computer skills.
• Able to receive direction and implement changes.

Responsibilities

• Assist EHS training implementation across sites.
• Support documentation governance and process improvements.
• Contribute to incident investigation improvements.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Computer skills

Education

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

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 Function Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to support the Global Safety and Environment (GSE) team across multiple sites in the Americas. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in environmental health and safety (EHS) training implementation, documentation governance, and incident investigation improvements. The intern will play a key role in enhancing operational efficiency and supporting critical projects within the GSE organization.

Required Education and Skills

• 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 Skills

• 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

Salary range: The salary range for this role is $39,908 - $111,111 USD FTP2027 GSF2027 Additional location(s) Compensation Information:

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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: Remote Shift: Not Indicated Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): n/a

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