2027 Future Talent Program- Forensic Services Laboratory Intern

MSD; Upper Gwynedd Township (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. is seeking a summer intern for the Global Security Group inside the Forensic Services Lab in West Point, PA.

The program provides real project experience in forensic analysis of counterfeit, diverted, tampered, and illicit products, with supervised exposure to laboratory procedures. Eligible candidates are juniors or seniors or graduate students in Forensic Chemistry or related fields, with strong communication, analytical, and teamwork skills, available for 10–12 weeks in

Qualifications

• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Commit to full-time employment for 10–12 weeks beginning summer 2027.
• Assist in projects in a professional laboratory environment and execute analytical techniques.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Windows applications

Education

Forensic Chemistry/related field student

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

As our Company continues to increase its global footprint to improve access to medicines and vaccines for customers and patients, the Global Security Group (GSG) continues to take prudent measures to protect and secure our company and our people, products, trade secrets, intellectual property, reputation, and operations on a global scale. In doing so, GSG protects the Company from a variety of hazards with the goal of providing a competitive advantage by minimizing the impact of security risks and maximizing the opportunity for the Company to do business in a safe and effective manner.

The internship is within the Forensic Services Lab in West Point, PA which supports the Global Security Group in its mission to protect our company, our patients, and our people. The forensic services lab provides an expert level of forensic analysis in the testing of suspected counterfeit, diverted, tampered, or other illicit Company products. The intern may be asked to assist in projects that will help the lab long term, providing the incumbent with experience working in a professional laboratory environment and executing various analytical techniques in a unique forensic chemistry application.

Although this position will be supervised, the incumbent will be required to follow sound scientific principles, when necessary, as well as a demonstrate core competency in working safely within manufacturing, research, and office environments. The incumbent is expected to collect information and develop solutions to specific projects of a limited scope.

Assignments may be designed to develop professional knowledge and to provide broad experience and familiarization with Our Company’s methods, standards, procedures, and practices.

Required Education:

• Students entering Junior or Senior year or students enrolled in a graduate program at an accredited College or University in: Forensic Chemistry, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Forensic Science, or other related coursework.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, sound analytical and problem-solving abilities, and interpersonal skills that include flexibility and the ability to work in a team environment.

• Candidates must be able to commit to full-time employment for 10 - 12 weeks beginning summer 2027.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Previous internship

• Lab Experience

• Flexibility

• Motivation

• Functional Excellence

• Teamwork/Collaboration

• Results-Oriented

• Problem-Solving

• Communication and familiarity with Windows applications

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 $39,908 - $111,111

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GSF2027

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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

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Material(s)

n/a

Job Posting End Date

10/9/2026

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