2027 Future Talent Program - Global Supplier Management Group Digital Strategy & Insights (DS&I) - Intern

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

Job summary

Merck is offering a Future Talent Program internship in the Digital Strategy & Insights area. You will work on digital transformation projects, data analytics, and AI-enabled solutions, gaining exposure to strategy development, process optimization, and change management.

You will develop dashboards, gather requirements, and support executive communications while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking abilities.
• Interest in digital transformation, data, automation, and AI.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Support digital transformation and process improvement across functions.
• Analyze data to identify insights and opportunities.
• Develop dashboards and visualizations with BI tools.
• Assist with AI, automation, and workflow projects.
• Research emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Participate in stakeholder interviews and requirements gathering.
• Support business case development and value tracking.
• Prepare executive presentations and training materials.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive adoption of digital solutions.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Interest in digital transformation

MS Office experience

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Data Analytics/CS/Business Analytics/IS/Engineering/Economics

Tools

Power BI

Python

SQL

Tableau

Alteryx

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.

The Digital Strategy & Insights Intern will work with a team focused on driving digital transformation, process innovation, data-driven decision making, and AI-enabled business solutions. This role provides an opportunity to contribute to strategic initiatives that improve business processes, enhance user experiences, and unlock value through analytics and emerging technologies.

The intern will gain exposure to digital strategy development, process optimization, AI and automation initiatives, data visualization, and change management programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Support digital transformation and process improvement initiatives across business functions.
• Gather, analyze, and interpret business and operational data to identify insights and opportunities.
• Develop dashboards, reports, and visualizations using business intelligence tools.
• Assist with AI, automation, and workflow enablement projects.
• Conduct research on emerging technologies, industry trends, and digital best practices.
• Participate in stakeholder interviews, workshops, and requirements gathering activities.
• Support business case development and value realization tracking.
• Help prepare executive presentations, communications, and training materials.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive adoption of digital solutions.

What You’ll Learn

• Digital strategy and business transformation.
• Data analytics and insight generation.
• AI and automation use cases in a global enterprise.
• Process optimization methodologies.
• Change management and adoption strategies.
• Executive-level storytelling with data.
• Enterprise technology and innovation management.

Required Skills

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Business Analytics, Information Systems, Engineering, Economics, or related field
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Interest in digital transformation, data, automation, and AI.
• Experience using Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Power BI, Python, SQL, Tableau, Alteryx, or similar analytics tools.
• Familiarity with AI, machine learning, automation, or workflow technologies.
• Coursework in data science, analytics, digital strategy, or process improvement.

Salary Range

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

Employee Status

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Flexible Work Arrangements

Hybrid

US And Puerto Rico Residents Only

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Los Angeles Residents Only

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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Job Posting End Date

10/9/2026

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Requisition ID: R416016