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Intern in Quality/ Stagiaire en Qualité
CompanyMerck
LocationKirkland
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 5, 2026

Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist in managing the lifecycle of quality records and participate in various quality-related projects. Responsibilities include maintaining good manufacturing practices records, transferring paper records to digital formats, and participating in product inspections.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
41048
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
French
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
At MSD, known as Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA in the United States and Canada, we are unified around our purpose: We use the power of leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world. For more than 130 years, we have brought hope to humanity through the development of important medicines and vaccines. We aspire to be the premier research-intensive biopharmaceutical company in the world – and today, we are at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions that advance the prevention and treatment of diseases in people and animals. We foster a diverse and inclusive global workforce and operate responsibly every day to enable a safe, sustainable and healthy future for all people and communities. For more information, visit www.msd.com and connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.
About the Role
<p style="text-align:left"><b>Job Description</b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p>Le rôle de stagiaire en Qualité est un poste de contributeur individuel qui sera exposé au cycle de vie Qualité des produits de notre entreprise. Le stagiaire participera à des projets et assistera l’équipe dans ses livrables.</p><p></p><p><b>Fonctions principales :</b></p><ul><li><p>Constituer et maintenir l’inventaire des dossiers relatifs aux bonnes pratiques de fabrication sur le site.</p></li><li><p>Gérer les dossiers tout au long de leur cycle de vie en conformité avec les principes ALCOA (Attributable, Lisible, Contemporain, Original et Exact) et les principes d’intégrité des données.</p></li><li><p>Transférer les dossiers papier vers une plateforme numérique.</p></li><li><p>Consolider l’organisation des dossiers bonnes pratiques de fabrication afin de faciliter l’accès et la récupération.</p></li><li><p>Effectuer l’archivage annuel et les activités périodiques de vérification des documents papier.</p></li><li><p>Créer les spécifications des produits finis.</p></li><li><p>Maintenir les spécifications des composants d’emballage.</p></li><li><p>Réviser les accords techniques avec les fournisseurs.</p></li><li><p>Maintenir les registres et journaux du site.</p></li><li><p>Assumer la responsabilité de la création et de la maintenance des dossiers maîtres de médicaments.</p></li><li><p>Participer à l’inspection des produits, à la libération des lots, à la révision complète des dossiers de lots, aux tests à l’importation, aux plaintes et aux activités générales de conformité.</p></li><li><p>Maintenir les preuves de conformité des sites étrangers conformément aux réglementations canadiennes.</p></li><li><p>D’autres tâches peuvent être ajoutées selon la décision du gestionnaire.</p></li><li><p>Contacts fréquents avec des clients internes; le titulaire doit maintenir un excellent niveau de service.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Domaine d’études :</b></p><ul><li><p>Baccalauréat minimum en technologie pharmaceutique, biochimie, chimie, microbiologie ou biotechnologie.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Connaissances et compétences :</b></p><ul><li><p>Connaissance pratique des bonnes pratiques de fabrication considérée comme un atout.</p></li><li><p>Excellentes compétences en communication.</p></li><li><p>Capacité à collaborer et à partager l’information.</p></li><li><p>Connaissance en assurance qualité et contrôle qualité considérée comme un atout.</p></li><li><p>Maîtrise de la suite Microsoft (Word, Excel, PowerPoint et Outlook).</p></li><li><p>1 à 2 ans d’expérience dans l’industrie pharmaceutique considérée comme un atout.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Compétences requises:</b></p><ul><li><p>Excellentes compétences en communication (verbale et écrite) et compétences en présentation.</p></li><li><p>La maîtrise du français est requise.</p></li><li><p>Étudiant à temps plein dans une université canadienne reconnue au moment de la candidature.</p></li><li><p>Disponible du début mai à la fin août 2026.</p></li><li><p>Disponible pour travailler dans un environnement de travail hybride au siège sociale à Kirkland, Québec.</p></li><li><p>Téléchargez une copie de votre CV et incluez votre relevé de notes universitaire.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Pourquoi choisir un stage d’été au sein de notre compagnie?</b></p><ul><li><p>Salaire horaire compétitif avec prime d'embauche.</p></li><li><p>Environnement de travail hybride et flexible.</p></li><li><p>Bureaux modernes avec stationnement gratuit et accessibles par le transport en commun.</p></li><li><p>Projets d’envergure dans un encadrement de mentorat.</p></li><li><p>Accès à un vaste réseau de chefs de file et de collègues.</p></li></ul><p></p><p>Veuillez noter que nous commencerons à contacter les candidats seulement une fois que l'affichage termine à la mi-janvier 2026.</p><p></p><p><span>Conformément à la Stratégie de milieu de travail hybride de notre entreprise, ce poste sera exécuté au moyen d’une combinaison de travail à distance et de travail en personne (siège social de Kirkland) en fonction de la nature du travail à effectuer</span>.</p><p></p><p><span>Nous sommes fiers d'être une entreprise qui embrasse la valeur de rassembler des personnes diversifiées, talentueuses et engagées. La façon la plus rapide d’innover est de rassembler des gens de diverses opinions dans un environnement inclusif. Nous encourageons nos collègues à remettre en question avec respect les problèmes de réflexion et d’approche de l’un et de l’autre. Nous sommes un employeur souscrivant au principe de l’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et nous sommes déterminés à favoriser un milieu de travail inclusif et diversifié.</span></p><p></p><p><b>Required Skills: </b></p>Accountability, Accountability, Analytical Problem Solving, Biochemistry, Clinical Research, Collaborative Communications, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Documentations, Document Management, Drug Master File, GMP Compliance, Health Economics, IS Audit, Microbiology, Molecular Microbiology, Office Applications, Package Management, Packaging Optimization, Pharmaceutical Process Engineering, Pharmaceutical Technologies, Process Improvements, Product Specifications {+ 5 more}<p></p><p><b>Preferred Skills: </b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">Current Employees apply <a href="https://wd5.myworkday.com/msd/d/task/1422$6687.htmld" target="_blank">HERE</a></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">Current Contingent Workers apply <a href="https://wd5.myworkday.com/msd/d/task/1422$4020.htmld" target="_blank">HERE</a></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Secondary</b><b> Language(s) Job Description:</b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p>The Intern in Quality is an individual contributor role, who will be exposed to the Quality lifecycle of our company's products. The intern will participate in projects and assist the team in their deliverables.</p><p></p><p><b>Primary functions:</b></p><ul><li><p>Build and maintain the Inventory of good manufacturing practices records at the site.</p></li><li><p>Manage Records during all their lifecycle in compliance to ALCOA principles (Attributable, Legible, Contemporaneous, Original and Accurate) and Data integrity principles.</p></li><li><p>Transfer paper records to a digital platform.</p></li><li><p>Consolidate the organization of the good manufacturing practices records to facilitate access and retrieval.</p></li><li><p>Perform yearly archiving, periodic paper documentation retrieval challenge activities.</p></li><li><p>Create finished product specifications.</p></li><li><p>Maintain packaging components specifications.</p></li><li><p>Review technical agreements with suppliers.</p></li><li><p>Maintain site logs and registers.</p></li><li><p>Assume responsibility for creation and maintenance of Drug Master files.</p></li><li><p>Participate in product inspection, batch release, full batch record review, testing on importation, complaints, and general compliance activities.</p></li><li><p>Maintain evidence of compliance of foreign sites in accordance with Canadian regulations.</p></li><li><p>Other tasks can be added as decided by the Manager.</p></li><li><p>Frequent contacts with internal clients, incumbent must maintain an excellent service level.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Field of Study:</b></p><ul><li><p>Minimum bachelor's degree in pharmaceutical technology, biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology or biotechnology.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Knowledge and Skills:</b></p><ul><li><p>Practical Knowledge of Good manufacturing practices is considered an asset.</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication skills.</p></li><li><p>Collaborates with others and shares information.</p></li><li><p>Quality Assurance and Quality Control is considered an asset.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook).</p></li><li><p>1-2 years in the pharmaceutical industry is considered an asset.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Application Requirements:</b></p><ul><li><p>Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and presentation skills.</p></li><li><p>Fluency in French is required.</p></li><li><p>Must be a full-time student in a recognized Canadian university at the time of application.</p></li><li><p>Must be available for the entire summer internship mandate from May to August 2026.</p></li><li><p>Available to work in a hybrid work environment at our Canadian HQ in Kirkland, Quebec</p></li><li><p>Upload a copy of your CV and include your university transcript.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>What’s in it for you?</b></p><ul><li><p>Competitive hourly salary with a sign on bonus.</p></li><li><p>Flexible hybrid work environment.</p></li><li><p>Modern offices with free parking and accessible by public transportation.</p></li><li><p>Meaningful projects supported by mentoring & coaching.</p></li><li><p>Networking with industry leaders and peers.</p></li></ul><p></p><p>Please note we will only start contacting candidates once the posting is closed mid-January 2026.</p><p></p><p>In line with our Company’s Hybrid Workplace Strategy, this position will be performed through a combination of remote work and in-person (Kirkland Head Office) based on the nature of work to be done.</p><p></p><p>We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.</p><p></p><p><b>Canadainterns2026</b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully </b><br />Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. </p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Employee Status: </b></p>Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Relocation:</b></p>No relocation<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>VISA Sponsorship:</b></p>No<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b><span>Travel Requirements:</span></b></p>No Travel Required<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Flexible Work Arrangements:</b></p>Hybrid<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Shift:</b></p>Not Indicated<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Valid Driving License:</b></p>No<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Hazardous Material(s):</b></p>n/a<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Job Posting End Date:</b></p>01/17/2026<p style="text-align:left"><b><span>*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day <u>BEFORE</u> the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day <u>BEFORE</u> the job posting end date. </span></b></p><br><p><b>Requisition ID:</b>R377219</p>
Key Skills
AccountabilityAnalytical Problem SolvingBiochemistryCollaborative CommunicationsData EntryDocument ManagementGMP ComplianceMicrobiologyOffice ApplicationsPackaging OptimizationPharmaceutical TechnologiesProcess ImprovementsProduct SpecificationsQuality AssuranceQuality Control
Categories
HealthcareScience & ResearchManufacturingData & AnalyticsConsulting
Benefits
Competitive Hourly SalarySign On BonusFlexible Hybrid Work EnvironmentModern OfficesFree ParkingAccessible By Public TransportationMeaningful Projects Supported By Mentoring & CoachingNetworking With Industry Leaders And Peers
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