2027 Future Talent Program - Global Scientific Value Content - Intern

MSD Malaysia; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 67,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

The MSD Malaysia internship program offers a 10–12 week summer opportunity in Global Scientific Value Content. You will work with leaders to develop and communicate scientific content, analyze literature, and gain exposure to strategic planning and cross‑functional collaboration in a pharma setting.

Under supervision, you will build writing and analytical skills, with guidance from a preceptor, and interact with Medical Affairs and Liaisons while using approved AI tools to advance content

Qualifications

• Candidates must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in the sciences or related field.
• Candidates must be returning to school in Fall 2027.
• Knowledge of literature searches and using published literature in content development.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to organize information, multi-task, and manage time; some presentation experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint is required.

Responsibilities

• Author content aligned to Annual Value and Implementation Plan under supervision.
• Review materials for relevance, accuracy, and alignment with literature and company standards.
• Engage stakeholders in development, review, and approval of deliverables.
• Communicate availability of GSVC deliverables to cross-functional teams.
• Use company-approved AI tools to support content development while maintaining rigor and compliance.
• Learn cross‑functional collaboration with teams like Medical Information, Publications, and MRL staff.
• Complete required trainings and self‑development materials.

Skills

Literature review

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Presentation experience

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in the sciences or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

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 Research and Development Division is currently recruiting for a summer intern within Global Scientific Value Content. The Global Scientific Value Content organization is committed to ensure creation of global, innovative medical content to advance scientific exchange with “One Medical Voice”. The goal of the internship is to work with leaders within the Global Scientific Value Content organization to provide hands‑on experience in the development and communication of scientific content in collaboration with key stakeholders. Candidates will be exposed to a variety of tactics to communicate the clinical and medical value that our products bring to the patients and medical community. Candidates will also be introduced to strategic planning and insight analysis. This experience can motivate students to pursue careers in pharmaceutical industry. With guidance from the preceptor, a successful candidate will gain experience collaborating with key stakeholders such as Global Medical Affairs experts, Observational and Real-World Evidence researchers, and Medical Science Liaisons. Candidate will gain experience in analyzing clinical trial data and reviewing scientific literature. Candidate will enhance their analytical and writing skills.

Responsibilities and Primary Activities

• Global Scientific Value Content Development: With guidance from the preceptor, candidate will author content that aligns to Annual Value and Implementation (V & I) Plan
• Global Scientific Value Content Development: With guidance from the preceptor, candidate will review Global Scientific Value Content materials to ensure they are relevant, scientifically accurate, and consistent with cited appropriate scientific literature, internal scientific information, and Company values and standards
• Global Scientific Value Content Development: Candidate will ensure appropriate stakeholders are engaged in the development, review, and approval of Global Scientific Value Content deliverables
• Global Scientific Value Content Development: Candidate will communicate to key cross‑functional stakeholders (e.g., Medical Information) the availability of approved GSVC deliverables
• Global Scientific Value Content Development: Candidate will use company‑approved AI tools, as appropriate and under guidance, to help innovate and advance medical content development while maintaining scientific rigor, compliance, and appropriate review standards.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: With guidance from preceptor, candidate will connect with key stakeholders (e.g., Global Medical Information, Global Scientific Training, Scientific Affairs, Publications, Medical Science Liaisons, Compliance, Clinical, Value and Implementation Outcomes Research) to learn more about the cross‑functional collaboration between functional areas in the pharmaceutical industry
• Training and Professional Development: Under guidance of preceptor, candidate will complete “My Learnings” and self‑training materials for personal development

Required Education

• Candidates must be currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in the sciences or a related field.
• Candidates must be returning to school in the Fall of 2027.

Required Experience

• Candidates must be available to work full‑time for 10-12 weeks beginning in May 2027.
• Candidates must have experience conducting literature searches and using published literature in support of scientific content development.
• Candidates must have a basic understanding of biomedical sciences, including the ability to categorize scientific literature according to therapeutic areas and topics.
• Candidates must have excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Candidates must have outstanding ability to organize information, multi‑task, and manage one’s own time.
• Candidates must have some experience creating presentations.
• Knowledge of Microsoft office, specifically Word, Excel and/or PowerPoint are required.

Preferred Experience

• Candidate considering an advanced degree (MD, PharmD, PhD).
• This position would best suit someone with a background and/or interest in microbiology, virology, immunology, cardiovascular, oncology, epidemiology, health economics, or public health.
• Knowledge of the Pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a complex organization/environment.
• Ability to effectively operate in a team‑oriented structure.

Salary range

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

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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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