2027 Future Talent Program - Industrial Hygiene Laboratory - Intern

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

Job summary

Merck's Future Talent Program offers internships up to 12 weeks with one or more projects in our Global Support Division. You will assist our Global Industrial Hygiene Laboratory with processing and reporting of occupational exposure samples, gaining practical experience and exposure to real-world analytics.

Required: pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Biology or related field; able to work full-time for 10–12 weeks; strong written and

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Biology, Microbiology or related field.
• Must have completed at least 2 years of college coursework.
• Ability to work full time for 10-12 weeks.
• Strong critical thinking and communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist processing and reporting of occupational exposure samples.
• Support sample preparation, instrument setup, IH method validations.
• Perform data entry and maintain project documentation.
• Engage in organizing files and literature searches as needed.
• Contribute to miscellaneous administrative duties when reporting samples.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Computer skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Chemistry / Environmental Science / Environmental Engineering / Biology / Microbiology

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. Assist our company's Global Industrial Hygiene (IH) Laboratory with processing and reporting of occupational exposure samples.

Projects May Include

• Sample preparation
• Instrument setup and clean up
• IH method validations
• Data entry
• Housekeeping tasks

In Addition, Other Tasks May Include

• Organizing files
• Performing document reviews
• Performing literature searches and summaries for emerging analyses.
• Other administrative duties when reporting samples may also be required.

Required Education

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Biology, Microbiology or other related degree.

Required Qualifications

• Should have completed at least 2 years of college course work
• Must be able to work full time for a period of 10-12 weeks
• Critical thinking, communication, problem solving and computer skills
• Ability to receive verbal or written direction and implement corresponding changes
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite of programs

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to communicate ideas and explain decisions in a clear and understandable manner.
• Ability to work in a small team
• Analytical instrument operation
• College chemistry course in quantitative analysis

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

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

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.

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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

Not Applicable

Shift

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Material(s)

Yes