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MS&T Intern

CompanyMSD
LocationSwords
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 13, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will provide technical support to Manufacturing Sciences and Technology (MS&T) by assisting with process improvements, troubleshooting, and product impact assessments. They will also facilitate investigations, ensure compliance with cGMP standards, and support multidisciplinary teams in operational efficiency initiatives.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
39714
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
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

Job Description

Position Overview

The Intern MS&T provides a range of technical support to the site in particular

Manufacturing Sciences and Technology (MS&T). This is a learning role, but they can take a lead in utilising the latest innovations in technology and automation to create a workplace of the future.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Provides technical support to Manufacturing and/or Quality Control including training, process and product impact assessments.

• Support activities in the MS&T department based on business requirements.

• Supporting multidisciplinary teams (manufacturing science and technology, quality, analytics, regulatory) for process improvement and troubleshooting with end-to-end product focus

• Ensure compliance with Global Policies, Procedures and Guidelines, regulatory requirements and execute current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) in the performance of day-to-day activities and all applicable job functions.

• Author/Review/Approve/Execute documentation in line with the standard process.

• Assist in and facilitate investigations, ensuring effective Root Cause Analysis and CAPAs.

• Participate in audits and inspections.

• Support continuous improvement through Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

• Support various site initiatives to improve compliance status and overall operational efficiency of the site.

Qualification and Skills Requirements:

General competencies:

• A self-starter and results-focused, the successful candidate will have strong contemporary knowledge, and the ability to work independently and on multidisciplinary teams.

Technical:

• Oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively articulate understanding of process science, in order to drive decision making, in a multi-disciplinary team environment.

• Technical writing skills

Education/Experience:

• In the process of obtaining a Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Biological

Sciences/Chemical Engineering/Biological Engineering/Chemistry

PQ20

Required Skills:

Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Problem Solving, Biological Engineering, Biological Sciences, cGMP Regulations, Chemical Engineering, Chemical Technology, Clinical Research, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Document Management, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Health Economics, Lean Six Sigma (LSS), Manufacturing, Office Applications, Operational Efficiency, Process Improvements, Project Management, Reporting and Analysis, Six Sigma, Technical Support, Technical Training {+ 1 more}

Preferred Skills:

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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. 

Employee Status:

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

N/A

Job Posting End Date:

09/16/2026

*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Key Skills
Technical supportProcess improvementTroubleshootingcGMPRoot cause analysisCAPALean Six SigmaTechnical writingData analyticsBiological engineeringChemical engineeringProject managementOperational efficiencyQuality controlRegulatory complianceAnalytical problem solving
Categories
Science & ResearchManufacturingEngineeringHealthcareData & Analytics