Summer Intern - Infectious Diseases & Vaccines R&D

Merck; West Point (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck is seeking summer interns for the Infectious Diseases and Vaccines group as part of the Future Talent Program. Interns will work with scientists on projects aimed at developing medicines and vaccines for viral or bacterial diseases.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor's degree in biology or related fields with experience in molecular biology techniques and proficiency in Microsoft Office. In-person, full-time for up to 12 weeks starting in late May 2027 in the United States, with

Qualifications

• Candidates must be currently pursuing a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in biology or related major.
• Experience with laboratory techniques applicable to molecular biology, microbiology, immunology, or biochemistry such as cell culture, transfection, bacterial handling, ELISAs, PCR, protein analysis, or DNA/RNA manipulation.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Available to work in-person full-time for up to 12 weeks beginning in late May to early June 2027.

Responsibilities

• Support scientists in Infectious Diseases and Vaccines projects.
• Contribute to development of medicines and vaccines using cutting-edge technologies.

Skills

Molecular biology

Cell culture

Transfection

PCR

ELISA techniques

Protein analysis

DNA/RNA manipulation

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related major

Tools

Microsoft Office

DNASTAR

GraphPad Prism

Job description

Merck is seeking summer interns for the Infectious Diseases and Vaccines group as part of the Future Talent Program. Interns will work with scientists on projects aimed at developing medicines and vaccines for viral or bacterial diseases.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a Bachelor's degree in biology or related fields with experience in molecular biology techniques and proficiency in Microsoft Office. In-person, full-time for up to 12 weeks starting in late May 2027 in the United States, with