2027 Future Talent Program - Global Market Access Intern

Merck; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck's Future Talent Program offers internships lasting up to 12 weeks in our Human Health division, focusing on Global Market Access & Pricing (GMAx). You will work on real-world projects with global impact, guided by mentorship and networking opportunities to develop practical skills and advance your professional growth.

You will rotate through the GMAx Oncology Team, gaining knowledge of healthcare systems and regulations while building skills in research, data analysis, strategy

Qualifications

• Must be currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master's degree in a related field.
• Fields: Public Health, Health Economics, Pharmacy, Business Management, Finance, STEM.

Responsibilities

• Gaining familiarity with existing data sources.
• Gathering insights from existing data sources and cross-functional colleagues.
• Generating novel insights.
• Analyzing and impactfully summarizing insights.
• Presenting key insights to Access leaders and stakeholders.
• Development and presentation of case studies that tell a clear, compelling story around value-based contracting and support local market opportunity assessments.
• Collaborating with internal global stakeholders to help accelerate patient access to innovative medicines.
• Creating a poster to present at the end of the internship summarizing the experience and learnings.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field

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

Global Market Access & Pricing (GMAx)

is focused on saving and improving lives globally by enabling broad, timely and sustainable patient access reflective of the value of our innovation.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to delve into the pharmaceutical industry and gain experience in the dynamic field of market access. You'll work with dedicated professionals on real‑world projects with global impact. Additionally, you'll benefit from mentorship and networking opportunities allowing you to develop practical skills and foster your professional growth.

The GMAx internship lasts up to 12 weeks and will include one or more meaningful projects within our GMAx Oncology Team. You’ll develop knowledge of healthcare systems & regulations in addition to building skills in research & data analysis, strategy development & execution, and project management.

The Project Scope For This Internship Will Include

• Gaining familiarity with existing data sources
• Gathering insights from existing data sources and cross‑functional colleagues
• Generating novel insights
• Analyzing and impactfully summarizing insights
• Presenting key insights to Access leaders and stakeholders
• Development and presentation of case studies that tell a clear, compelling story around value‑based contracting and support local market opportunity assessments
• Collaborating with internal global stakeholders to help accelerate patient access to innovative medicines
• Creating a poster to present at the end of the internship summarizing the experience and learnings

Required Education

• Must be currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master's degree in a related field, for example: Public Health, Health Economics, Pharmacy, Business Management, Finance, STEM

What You’ll Bring To The Team

• You have a passion for the pharmaceutical / healthcare industry
• You are flexible and thrive in ever‑changing environments
• You are inquisitive with a passion for exploring new ideas and a drive to learn
• You have strong communication skills; able to convey information, actively listen, and foster collaboration with others
• You excel at dissecting issues and uncovering insights from data
• You thrive in building relationships with other to drive results and achieve shared goals

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 USD.

FTP2027

HH2027

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We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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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

Hybrid

Shift

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Material(s)

n/a

Job Posting End Date

10/9/2026

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Requisition ID:

R412826