DPTM Operations Intern: Lab Ops & Process Innovation

MSD Malaysia; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in West Point, PA, invites applicants to join the Future Talent Program as a DPTM Operations Intern for up to 12 weeks.

The role offers exposure to laboratory operations, equipment lifecycle management, and project execution within a collaborative environment. You will work with cross-functional teams to identify process improvements, develop operational analytics dashboards, and support compliance and capital project activities, contributing to an efficient and compliant

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Data Analytics, Business, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support laboratory operations and facility management activities across research buildings.
• Assist with equipment lifecycle management including onboarding, inventory reviews, data quality improvements, and equipment decommissioning.
• Develop dashboards, metrics, and analytics to support operational decision-making.
• Participate in operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support compliance-related programs, documentation reviews, and data integrity efforts.
• Coordinate and track capital projects and facility improvement efforts.
• Collaborate with facilities, engineering, laboratory staff, and other support groups.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and executive summaries for operational reviews.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve lab support processes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Biological Sciences

Chemistry

Data Analytics

Business

Operations Management

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Tableau

Power Query

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. in West Point, PA, invites applicants to join the Future Talent Program as a DPTM Operations Intern for up to 12 weeks.

The role offers exposure to laboratory operations, equipment lifecycle management, and project execution within a collaborative environment. You will work with cross-functional teams to identify process improvements, develop operational analytics dashboards, and support compliance and capital project activities, contributing to an efficient and compliant