Elkton Biopharma Co-Op: Engineering in Manufacturing

Merck; Elkton (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck's Elkton, VA campus invites you to join the Future Talent Program as a Co-Op. The six-month opportunity spans diverse areas including Biological, Automation, Maintenance, Safety, Process Engineering, and Validation within our biopharmaceutical manufacturing operations.

You will join a multidisciplinary team, tackle technical and operational projects, and develop leadership and problem-solving skills in a regulated production environment.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a sophomore or junior level curriculum pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biological Systems Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering, Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or Biotechnology.
• Available for a minimum of a 6-month Co-Op beginning in May 2027 or June 2027.
• Onsite work is required at Elkton, VA campus.
• Strong academic record and work achievements demonstrating technical competency.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-the-floor support for operational/technical issues; collaborate with shop floor on projects critical to vaccine manufacturing at Elkton, VA.
• Work in cross-functional teams to support vaccine, biologic, and sterile manufacturing processes.
• Conduct investigations and analyses; recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Write, review, and improve procedures for operation of equipment and processes.
• Maintain manufacturing processes and products at high performance and regulatory compliance.
• Complete projects to improve process performance, yield, and cycle times.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Biochemical Engineering

Biomedical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Biology

Job description

Merck's Elkton, VA campus invites you to join the Future Talent Program as a Co-Op. The six-month opportunity spans diverse areas including Biological, Automation, Maintenance, Safety, Process Engineering, and Validation within our biopharmaceutical manufacturing operations.

You will join a multidisciplinary team, tackle technical and operational projects, and develop leadership and problem-solving skills in a regulated production environment.