Global Health Impact Internship

Merck; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Merck is offering a Future Talent Program internship of up to 12 weeks in the Global Support Division, contributing to maternal health initiatives and health equity. The role supports the Social Impact and Sustainability team with research, analysis, reporting, and stakeholder coordination.

Ideal candidates have 2 years of college completed, experience in public health or related fields, and strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in public health, international development, public policy, and/or corporate responsibility.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks and competing priorities.
• Exceptional communication skills (verbal and written) and problem-solving abilities with diplomacy and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Conduct desk research around key topics within global health and related areas.
• Conduct targeted analysis on a topic or geography.
• Support meeting preparations with internal and external stakeholders, communication and reporting.
• Draft/review routine program reports; develop talking points, web site content and presentations.
• Review grantee reports and aid synthesis of impact.
• Participate in partner meetings and opportunistic conferences during the 12-week period.

Skills

Public health experience

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Completed 2 year of college education

B.S./B.A. degree in progress

MPH degree candidate

Job description

Merck is offering a Future Talent Program internship of up to 12 weeks in the Global Support Division, contributing to maternal health initiatives and health equity. The role supports the Social Impact and Sustainability team with research, analysis, reporting, and stakeholder coordination.

Ideal candidates have 2 years of college completed, experience in public health or related fields, and strong communication and organizational skills.