2027 Future Talent Program - QA Research Clinical Quality, Analytics & AI - Co-Op

MSD; Upper Gwynedd Township, Rahway (Montgomery County, NJ); Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. invites motivated students to join the Future Talent Program as a 4–6 month co-op in our Analytics & Technology Systems group. You will engage in dashboards, analytics, and AI-enabled solutions while working with diverse teams.

Opportunities include collaboration across business and IT partners, exposure to data science concepts, and hands-on learning with PowerApps, Excel, and SharePoint. Hybrid work arrangements apply in PA or NJ locations.

Qualifications

• Available to work full-time for up to six months during 2027.
• Completed at least two years of study toward a bachelor's degree by December 2026.
• Undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in a relevant field such as CS, Data Analytics/Data Science, Engineering, Biology/Chemistry, Health Sciences, Public Health, Pharmacy, IT, Business or related disciplines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to take ownership of deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building dashboards, analytics capabilities and AI-enabled solutions.
• Collaborate with business and Digital/IT partners to advance analytics initiatives.
• Learn tools, technologies and business processes relevant to projects.
• Take ownership of assigned deliverables and contribute ideas for process improvement.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Ownership of deliverables

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Curiosity about analytics/AI

Education

Bachelor's degree progression (2+ years by Dec 2026)

Fields: CS/Engineering/Data Science/IT/Biology etc.

Tools

PowerApps

Advanced Excel

SharePoint

Veeva/FirstDoc/Documentum

Dashboard/Analytics tools

Job description

Job Description

The Future Talent Program features Cooperative (Co-op) education that lasts 4-6 months and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Research and Development Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.

The Analytics & Technology Systems team identifies, develops, and implements innovative technology solutions that enhance quality oversight activities. The team collaborates with business and Digital/IT partners to build dashboards, applications, analytics capabilities, and AI-enabled solutions while advancing awareness and education around analytics, data science, and emerging technologies.

This Opportunity May Be a Great Fit If You Are:

• Curious about healthcare, science, technology, analytics, AI, quality, or innovation.
• Interested in understanding how medicines are developed and brought to patients.
• Excited by opportunities to work with data, dashboards, technology, automation, or process improvement initiatives.
• Comfortable learning new tools, technologies, and business processes.
• Organized, self-motivated, and able to take ownership of assignments.
• A strong collaborator who enjoys working with people from diverse backgrounds and functions.
• Interested in solving problems and contributing new ideas.

Required Qualifications

• Available to work full-time for up to six (6) months during 2027.
• Completed at least two (2) years of study toward a bachelor's degree by December 2026.
• Current undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in a relevant field such as:
• Computer Science
• Data Analytics / Data Science
• Engineering
• Biology or Chemistry
• Health Sciences
• Public Health
• Pharmacy
• Information Technology
• Business
• Related disciplines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to take ownership of deliverables.

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in analytics, dashboards, AI, data science, automation, or digital transformation.
• Experience with Microsoft Office tools including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, or Project.
• Exposure to dashboard development, analytics, data science, or AI solutions.
• Familiarity with PowerApps, advanced Excel, technical writing, or project management tools.
• Experience with document management platforms such as SharePoint, Veeva, FirstDoc, or Documentum.

Location & Additional Information

• Full-time co-op position located in either Upper Gwynedd, PA or Rahway, NJ.

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 $39,108 through $111,111.

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Employee Status

• Employee Status: Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)
• Relocation: No relocation
• VISA Sponsorship: No
• Travel Requirements: 10%
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid
• Shift: 1st - Day
• Valid Driving License: No
• Hazardous Material(s): N/A
• Job Posting End Date: 10/16/2026

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