2027 Future Talent Program - Safety & Environment - Intern

MSD Malaysia; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in the United States is offering a Global Safety & Environment Intern position as part of the Future Talent Program.

The intern will provide EHS compliance and technical support to local site partners, covering General Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Biosafety, and Air/Water/Waste Environmental programs. This 10–12 week internship offers exposure to real projects, development opportunities, and a chance to assess fit for long-term careers at Merck.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a technical degree with focus on safety or environmental topics.
• Strong problem-solving and communication abilities are required.
• Willingness to learn and apply EHS concepts on site.

Responsibilities

• Provide environmental, health and safety (EHS) compliance and technical support to local site partners.
• Assist with General Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Biosafety, and Air/Water/Waste programs.
• Support projects and processes to improve safety and environmental performance.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Problem-solving

Computer skills

Education

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biology or another technical program

Completed at least 2 years of college coursework

Able to work full time for 10-12 weeks

Critical thinking, communication, problem-solving and computer skills

Ability to receive verbal or written direction and implement changes

Ability to think critically about process inefficiencies and propose solutions

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 Global Safety & Environment Intern will provide environmental, health, and safety (EHS) compliance and technical support to local site business partners related to compliance programs (i.e. General Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Biosafety, Air/Water/Waste Environmental programs).

Required Education

• Currently pursuing a Bachelors/ master’s degree in safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biology or another technical program.
• Completed at least 2 years of college course work.
• 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.
• Ability to think critically about process inefficiencies and propose solutions.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Prior internship or work experience in the Environmental, Health, and Safety field or in chemical manufacturing.
• Ability to convey ideas and explain decisions in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work in a small team.

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 USD FTP2027 GSF2027

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: 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. 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

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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): n/a

Job Posting End Date: 10/9/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date.

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.