Global Sourcing Intern — Hybrid, AI-Driven Strategy

Merck; West Point (PA); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck is seeking a Global Strategic Sourcing Intern for its Animal Health Division in the United States. You will work alongside experts to develop and execute sourcing strategies that drive value, efficiency, and innovation across the global supply chain.

This 10–12 week summer internship emphasizes hands-on projects, data analytics, and exposure to RFIs, RFPs, e‑auctions, and contract management. Ideal candidates are rising sophomores or juniors in SCM, analytics, or finance, with a

Qualifications

• Pursuing a B.S. in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Data Science, Finance or related field.
• Must commit to hybrid, on-site employment for 10-12 weeks in the summer following Spring Semester of 2027.

Responsibilities

• Analyze supplier and market data to provide insights for sourcing management.
• Support creation of sourcing strategies and KPI tracking.
• Develop cost models and analyze spend to identify savings opportunities.
• Assist in RFIs, RFPs, and e-Auctions management.
• Support contract management and supplier performance metrics.
• Leverage data analytics and BI tools to drive sourcing decisions.
• Explore AI and digital procurement innovations.
• Support project management and risk assessment activities.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Generative AI

AI productivity tools

Education

B.S. in SCM / Analytics / Data Science / Finance or related

Job description

Merck is seeking a Global Strategic Sourcing Intern for its Animal Health Division in the United States. You will work alongside experts to develop and execute sourcing strategies that drive value, efficiency, and innovation across the global supply chain.

This 10–12 week summer internship emphasizes hands-on projects, data analytics, and exposure to RFIs, RFPs, e‑auctions, and contract management. Ideal candidates are rising sophomores or juniors in SCM, analytics, or finance, with a