2027 Future Talent Program – Regulatory Planning and Publishing – Intern

MSD Malaysia; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ offers a Future Talent Program internship in Regulatory Planning and Publishing (RPP). The role supports submission delivery in planning and publishing, with projects including process improvements and creation of training materials.

The internship spans up to 12 weeks and combines hands-on experience with exposure to end-to-end submissions. Applicants must be pursuing at least a bachelor’s degree (sophomore by May 2027) and be available for full-time work

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree, must be at least sophomore by May 2027.
• Available to work full-time for up to 12 weeks starting May/June 2027.
• Demonstrated initiative, leadership, and ownership of deliverables in matrixed teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end submissions planning and publishing activities.
• Create training materials and supporting documentation.
• Contribute to process improvements and efficiency initiatives.

Skills

AI

Automation

Data Analysis

Critical Thinking

Data Wrangling

Education

Bachelor’s degree (in progress)

Tools

SharePoint

Teams

Outlook

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

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 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.

Regulatory Planning and Publishing (RPP) is responsible for driving innovative quality planning, achieving publishing and delivery excellence, and ensuring compliant regulatory submissions to facilitate successful review by health authorities worldwide.

RPP drives innovation through collaboration, and a commitment to quality and compliance in alignment with our core values. The organization consists of Portfolio and Program Management (PPM) and Global Submission Publishing (GSP). Additionally, two supportive functions, Quality and Compliance Management (QCM) and Digital Innovation and Systems (DIS) provide support to all planning and publishing activities.

The intern position within Regulatory Planning and Publishing (RPP) would be involved with the supporting activities tied to submission delivery in both planning and publishing. Project activities may include but are not limited to support of process improvement initiatives, completion of supporting documentation, and creation of training material. The internship will incorporate overviews of the end-to-end submissions process and may include direct support of document/submission publishing. The intern will be applying critical thinking and creativity to contribute to innovation and efficiencies to lead and complete projects.

Salary range: The salary range for this role is $39,108 through $111,111 FTP2027 RL2027

Required Education

• Candidates must be currently pursuing a minimum of a bachelor’s degree (and have completed at least their sophomore year by May of 2027)
• Candidates must be able to work full-time for up to (12) weeks beginning in May or June of 2027

Required Experience

• Candidates must have initiative, leadership, and ownership of deliverables with ability to work in matrixed teams
• Candidates must have excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Candidates should have proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications, like Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Candidates should be quick learners who can multitask and adapt effectively in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
• Candidates should have demonstrated the ability to be a self-advocate and resourceful problem solver
• Candidates should have a capacity for learning advanced features in Microsoft Office 365 programs, like SharePoint, Teams, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint & Excel Demonstrates proficiency in automation, artificial intelligence (AI), data analysis, and digital technologies to improve business processes and operational efficiency
• Candidates should have a GPA of 3.0 or higher

Required Skills

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Automation
• Business Process Improvements
• Clinical Research
• Cloud Data Catalog
• Critical Thinking
• Data Analysis
• Data Intelligence
• Data Security
• Data Wrangling
• Detail-Oriented
• GMP Compliance
• Operational Efficiency
• Publishing
• Python (Programming Language)
• Quality Planning
• Software Proficiency

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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: 1st - Day

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Materials

N/A

Job Posting End Date

10/9/2026

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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.