Hybrid Co-op: Future Talent - Sustainability & Social Impact

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

Job summary

Merck’s Future Talent Program offers a six-month Co-op in our Global Support Functions. As a Graduate Co‑Op, you will contribute to sustainability, ESG, and transparency efforts, guided by the Director of Sustainability Strategy & Engagement. You will work within the SSE pillar of SIS, collaborating across functions and engaging in projects that advance multiyear sustainability strategy and reporting. Mentorship from a diverse team supports your growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; must be enrolled in a graduate program.
• Familiarity with ESG concepts and sustainability reporting.
• Ability to connect sustainability trends to corporate strategy.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Growth mindset and curiosity about ESG developments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with limited information.
• Knowledge of global health equity a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of sustainability and how strong performance drives sustainable value for our business and society.
• Support the integration of sustainability considerations into business processes, decision making, and enterprise planning activities.
• Contribute to research and benchmarking to help identify emerging sustainability trends, risks, and opportunities relevant to the company.
• Assist in gathering, validating, and organizing sustainability related data for internal insights and external reporting.
• Support the preparation of sustainability materials such as dashboards, summaries, presentations, or contributions to disclosure documents.
• Participate in cross functional work sessions and stakeholder engagements to support alignment on sustainability objectives.
• Provide project support to priority sustainability initiatives, including planning, documentation, and coordination.

Skills

ESG concepts

Sustainability strategy

Data gathering

Public health awareness

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Graduate degree enrollment

Job description

Merck’s Future Talent Program offers a six-month Co-op in our Global Support Functions. As a Graduate Co‑Op, you will contribute to sustainability, ESG, and transparency efforts, guided by the Director of Sustainability Strategy & Engagement. You will work within the SSE pillar of SIS, collaborating across functions and engaging in projects that advance multiyear sustainability strategy and reporting. Mentorship from a diverse team supports your growth.