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Stage d’été, Communications / Summer Internship, Communications

CompanyMerck
LocationKirkland
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 5, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will support both internal and external communications projects, including writing articles, distributing newsletters, and assisting with corporate events. They will also contribute to brainstorming sessions on various projects.
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><span>Le programme de stages d'été offre aux étudiants une </span><span>occasion inégalée d’acquérir </span><span>une expérience pratique et d'améliorer leurs connaissances et leurs compétences au sein d'une entreprise </span><span>qui est chef de file dans le domaine </span><span>biopharmaceutique. Les stagiaires </span><span>participeront à des</span><span> projets </span><span>d’envergure et seront encadrés par des </span><span>professionnels dans un</span><span>e entreprise compétitive et mondiale </span><span>qui </span><span>priorise </span><span>l'innovation </span><span>pour</span><span> sauver et améliorer des vies dans le monde entier. Nous privilégions la diversité et l’inclusion de nos effectifs partout dans le monde et exerçons nos activités de façon responsable, chaque jour, pour assurer un avenir sûr, durable et sain pour les individus et les collectivités.</span></p><p></p><p><b><span>Stage d’été, Communications</span></b></p><p><span>Dans ce rôle, vos activités et projets consisteront de:</span></p><ul><li><p>Soutenir les projets de communications internes, y compris la rédaction d'articles, la distribution de bulletins internes, de courriels et d'invitations, le soutien pour les événements corporatifs internes et l'optimisation des canaux internes.</p></li><li><p><span>Soutenir les projets de communication externe, y compris la rédaction d'articles pour le Web et de publications sur les réseaux sociaux, la recherche de contenu et d'images</span></p></li><li><p><span>Contribuer à des sessions de brainstorming sur divers projets.</span></p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><span>Domaine d’études requises:</span></b></p><ul><li><p><span>Communications, relations publiques et / ou journalisme.</span></p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><span>Compétences:</span></b></p><ul><li><p><span>Capacité d'établir et de maintenir des relations de travail efficaces avec les membres de l'équipe et les équipes inter fonctionnelles.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Capacité de travailler de façon autonome, avec peu de supervision.</span></p></li><li><p><span>Capacité d’apprendre et d’appliquer rapidement ses nouvelles connaissances. </span></p></li><li><p><span>Connaissances en informatique (Microsoft Office, Outlook, etc.).</span></p></li><li><p><span>Excellentes aptitudes en communication (tant à l’oral qu’à l’écrit). </span></p></li><li><p><span>Une expérience de travail antérieure et/ou la participation à une association étudiante est considérée comme un atout.</span></p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Compétences requises:</b></p><ul><li><p>La maîtrise du français est requise.</p></li><li><p>Excellentes compétences en communication (verbale et écrite) et compétences en présentation</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></ul><p></p><p><b>Exigence pour votre mise en candidature :</b></p><ul><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><span>Veuillez noter que nous commencerons à contacter les candidats seulement une fois que l'affichage termine à la mi-janvier 2026.</span></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>Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Problem Solving, Biopharmaceutical Industry, Biopharmaceuticals, Biopharmaceutics, Clinical Research, Communication Management, Cross-Team Collaboration, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Document Management, Employment Equity, Health Economics, Journalism, Media Relations, Office Applications, Pharmaceutical Biology, Process Improvements, Project Management, Public Relations (PR), Remote Workforce, Reporting and Analysis, Team Operations {+ 2 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 summer internship program offers students an unparalleled opportunity to gain hands-on experience and enhance their knowledge and skills within a leading biopharmaceutical company. Interns will participate in large-scale projects and be mentored by professionals in a competitive, global organization that prioritizes innovation to save and improve lives worldwide. We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce across the globe and operate responsibly every day to ensure a safe, sustainable, and healthy future for individuals and communities.</p><p></p><p><b>Summer Internship – Communications</b></p><p>In this role, your activities and projects will include:</p><ul><li><p>Supporting internal communications projects, including writing articles, distributing internal newsletters, emails, and invitations, assisting with internal corporate events, and optimizing internal channels.</p></li><li><p>Supporting external communications projects, including writing web articles and social media posts, researching content and images.</p></li><li><p>Contributing to brainstorming sessions on various projects.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Required Field of Study:</b></p><ul><li><p>Communications, Public Relations, and/or Journalism</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Skills:</b></p><ul><li><p>Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members and cross-functional teams.</p></li><li><p>Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.</p></li><li><p>Ability to learn and apply new knowledge quickly.</p></li><li><p>Computer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, etc.).</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication skills (both oral and written).</p></li><li><p>Previous work experience and/or participation in a student association is considered an asset.</p></li></ul><p></p><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></p><p>Please note that we will begin contacting candidates only after the posting closes in mid-January 2026.</p><p></p><p><span>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</span><span>.</span></p><p></p><p><span>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.</span></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>R374607</p>
Key Skills
Communication ManagementPublic RelationsTeam OperationsAnalytical Problem SolvingCross-Team CollaborationData AnalyticsDocument ManagementProject ManagementMedia RelationsJournalismOffice ApplicationsHealth EconomicsProcess ImprovementsDatabase ManagementData VisualizationEmployment Equity
Categories
HealthcareCreative & MediaMarketingScience & ResearchAdministrative
Benefits
Competitive Hourly SalarySign On BonusFlexible Hybrid Work EnvironmentModern OfficesFree ParkingAccessible By Public TransportationMeaningful Projects Supported By Mentoring & CoachingNetworking With Industry Leaders And Peers