2027 Future Talent Program - Value & Implementation - Outcomes Research Intern

Merck; Upper Gwynedd Township (Montgomery County); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 111,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Merck invites applications for a 2027 Summer Talent Program internship in the Value & Implementation - Outcomes Research team, focusing on Gastrointestinal malignancies. The role spans up to 12 weeks, offering hands-on experience with real-world data generation, health economic modeling, and reimbursement requirements.

You will support the OR Oncology portfolio, engage in health policy discussions, and collaborate across teams to deliver credible evidence for decision makers and payers.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be enrolled in a masters or PhD program in outcomes research, epidemiology, economics, pharmacy, medicine, health policy, or public health.
• Must have completed at least one year of study by May/June 2027.
• Ability to commit to full-time onsite (or hybrid) for 10–12 weeks starting May/June 2027.
• Experience in quantitative research and analytics and knowledge of statistical techniques.
• Self-starter capable of managing multiple priorities within a team.
• Interest or experience in health economics and outcomes research.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development and implementation of OR and real-world evidence programs.
• Write, coordinate, and validate study designs, data analysis plans, abstracts and final reports/publications.
• Contribute to the development of outcomes research strategies for cross-functional senior management approval.

Skills

Quantitative research

Statistical techniques

Self-starter

Team player

Leadership potential

Education

Masters or PhD in outcomes research / epidemiology / economics / pharmacy / medicine / health policy / public health

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

These opportunities in our Research Lab Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.

The Value & Implementation - Outcomes Research (OR) team is recruiting for one (1) summer intern student for Summer 2027. The intern will work in the OR Oncology team to support our Company’s product portfolio, focusing on Gastrointestinal malignancies.

The intern will gain experience with real world data generation, health economic modeling, and reimbursement/health technology assessment requirements. Those seeking a career in epidemiology, health economics, outcomes research, and health policy are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and implementation of Outcomes Research (OR) and Real-World evidence programs to meet the value evidence needs of clinicians, key decision makers, and payers
• Write, coordinate, and validate as required, study designs, protocols, data analysis plans, scientific abstracts and final reports/publications
• Contribute to the development of outcomes research strategies and plans for cross-functional senior management approval

Position Qualifications

Education Minimum Requirement

• Candidates must be currently pursuing a masters' or PhD in outcomes research, epidemiology, economics, pharmacy, medicine, health policy, or public health

Required Education And Experience

• Candidates must have completed at least one year of study by May or June of 2027
• Candidates must have ability to commit to full-time onsite (or hybrid if applicable) employment for 10 - 12 weeks beginning May or June 2027
• Candidates must have quantitative research and analytics experience, and knowledge of statistical techniques
• Candidate must be a self-starter with ability to manage multiple priorities while working as part of a team
• Candidates should have experience and/or interest in health economics and outcomes research

Preferred Experience And Skills

• Candidates should have leadership skills with the ability to work in high performance teams and/or matrix organization
• Candidates should be able to function in a collaborative environment and be able to clearly understand and articulate the needs of stakeholders
• Candidates should understand value and affordability discussions among the US and Global Healthcare Systems
• Candidates should have scientific writing and/or manuscript authorship experience
• Candidates should have research experience and/or interest in oncology

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

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

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

10/30/2026

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Requisition ID

R413998