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Stagiaire d’été, Stratégie et Opérations Commerciales/ Summer Intern, Strategy & Commercial Operations

CompanyMerck
LocationKirkland
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 5, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will support strategic initiatives to enhance operational excellence and facilitate the collection and analysis of information for decision-making. They will also aid in establishing efficient process oversight and execution.
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><b>Stagiaire d’été, Stratégie et Opérations Commerciales</b></p><p></p><p>Le programme de stages d’été offre aux étudiants une occasion précieuse d’acquérir une expérience pratique et de perfectionner leurs connaissances et compétences au sein d’une entreprise biopharmaceutique de premier plan. Les stagiaires travailleront sur des projets significatifs aux côtés de professionnels dans un environnement commercial mondial qui privilégie l’innovation de pointe pour sauver et améliorer des vies partout dans le monde. Notre entreprise accorde une grande importance à la promotion d’une main-d’œuvre diversifiée et inclusive et s’engage à agir de manière responsable afin de contribuer à un avenir sûr, durable et sain pour tous les individus et collectivités.</p><p></p><p>Dans ce rôle, vous relèverez directement du Directeur, Stratégie et Opérations Commerciales.</p><p></p><p><b>Vos activités et projets consisteront à :</b></p><ul><li><p>Soutenir les initiatives stratégiques visant à améliorer l’excellence opérationnelle au sein de l’organisation commerciale Human Health, y compris les programmes de soutien aux patients, la planification de la demande, les relations commerciales et le développement des affaires.</p></li><li><p>Faciliter la collecte et l’analyse de diverses sources d’information pour appuyer les décisions stratégiques et opérationnelles.</p></li><li><p>Contribuer à la mise en place d’une supervision et d’une exécution efficaces des processus, y compris l’identification d’opportunités d’automatisation lorsque cela est possible.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Domaine d’études requis :</b></p><ul><li><p>Génie, sciences de la vie, administration des affaires ou domaine connexe.</p></li><li><p>Une préférence sera accordée aux candidats démontrant un intérêt ou une expérience en gestion des soins de santé ou en gestion des opérations.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li><p>Capacité à établir et maintenir des relations de travail efficaces avec les membres de l’équipe et les équipes interfonctionnelles.</p></li><li><p>Capacité à travailler de manière autonome avec peu de supervision.</p></li><li><p>Capacité à apprendre et à appliquer rapidement de nouvelles informations.</p></li><li><p>Maîtrise des données et des analyses; préférence pour une expérience en développement de modèles analytiques dans Excel, Python et en création de visualisations dans PowerBI.</p></li><li><p>Excellentes compétences en communication (orale et écrite).</p></li><li><p>La maîtrise du français est requise.</p></li><li><p>Une expérience professionnelle antérieure et/ou la participation à une association étudiante est considérée comme un atout.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Exigences pour la candidature:</b></p><ul><li><p>Être étudiant à temps plein dans une université canadienne reconnue au moment de la candidature.</p></li><li><p>Disponible pour travailler dans un environnement hybride au siège social canadien à Kirkland, Québec.</p></li><li><p>Disponible pour toute la durée du stage d’été (mai-août 2026).</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 ce stage?</b></p><ul><li><p>Salaire horaire compétitif.</p></li><li><p>Environnement de travail hybride et flexible.</p></li><li><p>Bureaux modernes avec stationnement gratuit et accessibles par transport en commun.</p></li><li><p>Projets significatifs soutenus par du mentorat et du coaching.</p></li><li><p>Opportunités de réseautage avec des leaders de l’industrie et des pairs.</p></li></ul><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, Business Development, Business Management, Business Strategies, Clinical Research, Commercial Strategies, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Document Management, Healthcare Management, Health Economics, Office Applications, Operational Decisions, Operational Excellence, Operations Management, Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M), Process Improvements, Project Management, Reporting and Analysis, Strategic Initiative {+ 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><span><b><span>Summer Intern, Strategy & Commercial Operations</span></b></span></p><p><span><span> </span></span></p><p><span><span>The Summer Internship Program offers students a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience and enhance their knowledge and skills at a leading biopharmaceutical company. Interns will work on meaningful projects alongside professionals in a global business environment that prioritizes cutting-edge innovation to save and improve lives worldwide. Our company places great importance on fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to acting responsibly to contribute to a safe, sustainable, and healthy future for all individuals and communities.</span></span></p><p><span><span> </span></span></p><p><span><span>In this role you will report directly to the Director, Strategy & Commercial Operations.</span></span></p><p></p><p><b><span><span>Your activities and projects will consist of:</span></span></b></p><ul><li><p><span><span>Supporting strategic initiatives to enhance operational excellence across the Human Health commercial organization, including patient support programs, demand planning, commercial relations and business development.</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Facilitating the collection and analysis of diverse information sources in support of strategic and operational decisions.</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Aiding in the establishment of efficient process oversight and execution, including automation opportunities where feasible.</span></span></p></li></ul><p><span><span> </span></span></p><p><span><b><span>Required field of study:</span></b></span></p><ul><li><p><span><span>Engineering, Life Sciences, Business or related field.</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Preference for demonstrated interest or experience in healthcare management, operations management.</span></span></p></li></ul><p><span><span> </span></span></p><p><span><b><span>Qualifications:</span></b></span></p><ul><li><p><span><span>Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with team members and cross-functional teams.</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Ability to work independently, with little supervision.</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Ability to learn and apply new information quickly.</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Data and analytics proficiency; preference for experience with analytical model development in Excel, Python, and Visualization development in PowerBI.</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Excellent communication skills (oral and written).</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Fluency in French is required.</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Past work experience and/or student association involvement is considered an asset.</span></span></p></li></ul><p><span><b><span> </span></b></span></p><p><span><b><span>Application Requirements:</span></b></span></p><ul><li><p><span><span>Must be a full-time student in a recognized Canadian university at the time of application.</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Available to work in a hybrid work environment at our Canadian HQ in Kirkland, Quebec.</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Available for the entire summer internship mandate (May-August 2026).</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Upload a copy of your CV and include your university transcript.</span></span></p></li></ul><p><span><span> </span></span></p><p><span><b><span>What’s in it for you?</span></b></span></p><ul><li><p><span><span>Competitive hourly salary.</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Flexible hybrid work environment.</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Modern offices with free parking and accessible by public transportation.</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Meaningful projects supported by mentoring & coaching.</span></span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Networking</span> with industry leaders and peers.</span></p></li></ul><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><span>Canadainterns2026</span></b></p><p></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>R375179</p>
Key Skills
Analytical Problem SolvingBusiness DevelopmentData AnalyticsHealthcare ManagementOperations ManagementProject ManagementCommunication SkillsData VisualizationExcelPythonPowerBIProcess ImprovementsStrategic Initiative
Categories
HealthcareManagement & LeadershipData & AnalyticsScience & ResearchConsulting
Benefits
Competitive Hourly SalaryFlexible Hybrid Work EnvironmentModern OfficesFree ParkingAccessible by Public TransportationMentoringCoachingNetworking Opportunities