2027 Future Talent Program – Global Watch Desk - Intern

MSD Malaysia; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 111,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Job summary

MSD Malaysia invites qualified students for its Future Talent Program internship in the Global Watch Desk within Global Security. The 10–12 week internship offers exposure to monitoring systems and geopolitical risk projects, under supervision, with potential watch officer training and back-up shift coverage.

Strong writing and teamwork are essential for success. Selected interns will collect data, develop solutions, and gain familiarity with company methods and procedures.

Qualifications

• Students who have completed at least two years of university studies, toward their degree.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist with a variety of tasks and projects, including using technical monitoring systems.
• Assist with geopolitical risk and travel security related initiatives.
• Collect information and develop solutions to specific projects of a limited scope; participate in watch operations training.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

International Relations

Law

Criminology

Political Science

Public Policy

Behavioral Science

Psychology

Cyber Security

Computer Science

Other relevant coursework

Tools

Windows applications

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 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 intern will work with the Global Watch Desk team of the Global Security component. The intern’s responsibilities will include assisting with a variety of tasks and projects, that could include anything from using technical monitoring systems, to assisting with geopolitical risk and travel security related initiatives. Although this position will be supervised, the incumbent will be required to have an interest in international risk and security, with very strong writing abilities. The intern may be trained for two weeks to function as a watch officer and be expected to provide back-up shift coverage if necessary. 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 companies methods, standards, procedures, and practices.

Education

Education Minimum Requirement: Currently enrolled or recent graduate from an accredited College or University in: International Relations or Law, Criminology, Political Science, Public Policy, Behavioral Science, Psychology, Cyber Security, Computer Science, or other relevant coursework. Candidates must be able to commit to full-time employment for 10 - 12 weeks beginning summer 2027.

Required Experience and Skills

Students who have completed at least two years of university studies, toward their degree. 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.

Preferred Experience and Skills

Flexibility; Motivation; Functional Excellence; Teamwork/Collaboration; Results-Oriented; Problem-Solving; Communication and familiarity with Windows applications. Previous internships or involvement in community groups.

Salary

Salary range: The salary range for this role is $39,908 - $111,111 FTP2027 GSF2027

Other 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: 10/9/2026 *

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement

Company Culture

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance 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

About Us

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.