Analytical Chemistry Intern: Discovery Sample Management

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

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. The Discovery Sample Management Department within the Company's Research Laboratories in Rahway, NJ is seeking a highly motivated undergraduate summer intern to contribute to and learn from a dynamic scientific environment that supports drug discovery and development. This internship is designed to provide meaningful hands‑on experience with advanced instrumentation and analytical techniques that are critical to modern pharmaceutical research, including process characterization, molecular and materials analysis, and the determination of drug substance physical properties. Through direct engagement with scientific teams, the intern will develop a strong foundation in analytical and physical chemistry method development, strengthening problem‑solving skills while contributing as part of an integrated, multidisciplinary team supporting small‑ and large‑molecule pipeline. The experience will also provide exposure to specialized groups in sample management, high‑throughput analysis, molecular characterization, and state‑of‑the‑art mass spectrometry, offering a broad perspective on the technologies and expertise that drive innovation across the organization. In addition, the intern will participate in departmental and team meetings, gaining valuable insight into the end‑to‑end drug discovery process and a deeper understanding of how scientific collaboration accelerates the development of new medicines. The overall goal of this internship is to cultivate technical knowledge, scientific curiosity, and professional growth while providing a comprehensive introduction to pharmaceutical research in an industry‑leading environment.

Education

Required: Candidates must be currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or pharmaceutical science.

Required Experience and Skills

Candidates must be available to work on‑site full‑time (38.75 Hrs.), for up to (12) consecutive weeks beginning in May or June of 2027. Primary location: Rahway, New Jersey Candidates must have completed at least (2) years of studies toward bachelor’s degree by June 2027.

Preferred Experience and Skills

Candidates should have basic laboratory skills and research experience preferred, including experience with high‑performance liquid Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry (HPLC, HPLC-MS, GC, GC-MS , SFC, etc..) using various detection instrumentation.

Salary Range

Salary range for this role is $39,108 through $111,111 FTP2027 RL2027.

Employee Status and Other Details

Employee Status: Intern/Co‑op (Fixed Term) Relocation: No relocation VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: No Travel Required Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable Shift: 1st - Day Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): N/A

Job Posting End Date

10/16/2026* A job posting is effective until 11:59:59 PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the 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.

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