2027 Future Talent Program - Global Clinical Trial Operations Intern

MSD Malaysia; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Job summary

The Future Talent Program offers a 12-week internship within our Research Labs Division, focusing on regional clinical trial operations. Interns will engage with GCTO Regions and leadership to participate in and lead projects that support efficient and ethical trials.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a science-related BS/BA program, able to work full-time for up to 12 weeks starting May/June 2027, and have completed at least two years of study by mid-2027. Hybrid work arrangement applies.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a full-time BS/BA degree program in a science-related discipline.
• Available to work full-time for up to 12 weeks beginning May or June 2027.
• Has completed at least 2 years of collegiate study by June 2027.

Responsibilities

• Generation of performance metrics.
• Support of resource management.
• Development of effective communications.
• Support site and patient benchmarking activities.
• Process improvements.
• Development of tools to enhance conduct of clinical trial operations.
• Development of a capstone presentation illustrating internship activities and deliverables.

Education

BS/BA in a science-related discipline

Enrollment in full-time BS/BA degree program

Available to work full-time for up to 12 weeks

Job description

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 Labs Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals. Our company's Global Clinical Trial Operations (GCTO) regional team is currently recruiting for summer interns. GCTO is a global organization operating in over 52 countries and is responsible in the delivery of our company's diverse development portfolio comprising over 300 clinical trials in compliance with global and local regulations. The Regional organization is comprised of 5 distinct regions (North America, Latin America, Asia Pacific, European Economic Area and Non-EU/Middle East/Africa) and is responsible for a significant proportion of the GCTO budget, staff and deliverables. The intern will engage with GCTO Regions and Regional Operations leadership team and general staffing team members for participation in and/or leading projects that support regional operations driving the efficient and ethical conduct of clinical trials across the region.

Activities

• Generation of performance metrics
• Support of resource management
• Development of effective communications
• Support site and patient benchmarking activities
• Process improvements
• Development of tools to enhance conduct of clinical trial operations
• Development of a capstone presentation illustrating internship activities and deliverables

Required Education and Skills

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a full-time BS/BA degree program in a science-related discipline. Candidates must be available to work full-time for up to (12) weeks beginning in May or June of 2027. Candidates must have completed at least (2) years of collegiate study by June of 2027.

Salary range

The salary range for this role is $39,908 - $111,111 USD FTP2027 RL2027

Job Details

• Employee Status: Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)
• Relocation: No relocation
• VISA Sponsorship: No
• Travel Requirements: No Travel Required
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid
• Shift: Not Indicated
• Valid Driving License: No
• Hazardous Material(s): n/a

Job Posting End Date: 10/16/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

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.