Drug Discovery Modeling & Informatics Intern

MSD Malaysia; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. invites students to join the Future Talent Program as a paid internship in our Research and Development Division.

The 10-12 week program starts in June 2027 and offers hands-on projects in modeling and cheminformatics, with access to laptops and lab equipment. Candidates gain experience in data analysis, molecular modeling, and drug discovery, collaborating with cross-functional teams in Rahway, NJ and other locations.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be pursuing BS/BA or Master’s/Ph.D. degree in related field with demonstrated interest/experience in research areas relevant to the drug discovery process
• Candidates must have strong academic background in chemistry, biochemistry, biophysics, informatics, computer science, or applied mathematics
• Candidates must be currently enrolled in an academic program and be continuing education for at least 1 semester once the position ends
• Candidates must be available for full-time employment for 10-12 weeks during June–August 2027

Responsibilities

• The candidate will participate in molecular modeling and/or cheminformatics research, either in an independent project or as part of a drug discovery team
• The candidate will learn how to employ data, models, and methods to drive hypothesis-driven drug discovery and will be exposed to many areas of research relevant to the drug discovery and development process

Skills

Programming skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

BS/BA or Master’s/PhD in related field

Currently enrolled in an academic program

2 years toward BS/BA or 1 year toward Master’s/PhD

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. invites students to join the Future Talent Program as a paid internship in our Research and Development Division.

The 10-12 week program starts in June 2027 and offers hands-on projects in modeling and cheminformatics, with access to laptops and lab equipment. Candidates gain experience in data analysis, molecular modeling, and drug discovery, collaborating with cross-functional teams in Rahway, NJ and other locations.