2027 Future Talent Program - Study Management - Intern

MSD Malaysia; North Wales (Montgomery County); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Arrangements

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ, USA, offers a 12-week Future Talent Program internship within the Global Clinical Trials Operations (GCTO) division. The role focuses on planning, execution and close out of clinical trials, with collaboration across internal/external stakeholders.

Education requirements include pursuing BS/BA, MS or PhD in Pharmaceuticals, Public Health or related fields. Preferred skills include MS Office, data analysis, and project management exposure.

Qualifications

• Full-time student pursuing a BS/BA, MS or PhD in Pharmaceuticals, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Research or Health Care Administration, Public Health, Biology or other relevant disciplines.
• Microsoft Office skills required; ability to review trends and design reports/presentations.
• Summarize data and trends in writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinical trials teams with planning, execution and/or close out of clinical trials.
• Attend team meetings and complete virtual trainings on planning/execution/close out.
• Track trial timelines and interact with sites, vendors and committees as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Analytical ability

Reports & presentations

Education

BS/BA/MS/PhD in Pharmaceuticals or Public Health

Tools

MS Project

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 Labs Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals. Our ability to excel depends on the integrity, knowledge, imagination, skill, diversity and teamwork of an individual like you. To this end, we strive to create an environment of mutual respect, encouragement and teamwork. As part of our global team, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and expanding your career. Clinical Sciences and Study Management is a group within the Global Clinical Trials Operations (GCTO) department which focuses on the planning, execution and close out of clinical trials within a program. Clinical trials provide the required data which allows our company to bring new prescription medications and vaccines to the market. The Clinical Science and Study Management team is seeking a motivated, technically skilled student intern majoring in the biological sciences or public health. The student should have a strong interest in clinical trials administration and drug discovery process. Successful candidates will be able to work independently as well as proactively collaborate with colleagues. Primary responsibilities will include assisting clinical trials teams with the planning, execution and/or close out of a clinical trial(s). The candidate will be an active team participant, attend team meetings and will complete virtual company trainings on how to plan, execute and/or close out a clinical trial. This candidate may be responsible for tracking trial timelines and may become proficient in project management tools. The candidate may interact with internal and external stakeholders (study sites, vendors, committees, etc.) in support of clinical study objectives.

Education: Minimum Requirement: Full-time student pursuing a BS/BA, MS or PhD in Pharmaceuticals, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Research or Health Care Administration, Public Health, Biology or other relevant disciplines.

Required Experience and Skills: Microsoft Office Skills Analytical ability to review trends, design and create reports and/or presentations Summarize data and trends in writing.

Preferred Experience and Skills: Project Management experience (e.g. deliver project/assignment by specific date, overcome obstacles that impact the project delivery, MS project, etc.)

Salary range: The salary range for this role is $39,908 - $111,111 USD FTP2027 RL2027.

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
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Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA.

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.