2026 Future Talent Program - Clinical Sciences and Study Management Intern - Merck Sharp & Dohme - Rahway, Pennsylvania, United States

Job Description

The Future Talent Program features internships that last up to 12 weeks and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Research Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.

The Clinical Sciences and Study Management is a group within the Global Clinical Trials Operations department which focuses on the planning, execution and close out of clinical trials within a program. Clinical trials provide the required data which allows our Company to bring new prescription medications and vaccines to the market.

The Clinical Science and Study Management team is seeking a motivated, technically skilled student intern majoring in the biological sciences or public health. The student should have a strong interest in clinical trials administration and drug discovery process.

Successful candidates will be able to work independently as well as proactively collaborate with colleagues. Primary responsibilities will include assisting clinical trials teams with the planning, execution and/or close out of a clinical trial(s). The candidate will be an active team participant, attend team meetings and will complete virtual trainings on how to plan, execute and/or close out a clinical trial.

This candidate may be responsible for tracking trial timelines and may become proficient in project management tools. The candidate may interact with internal and external stakeholders (study sites, vendors, committees, etc.) in support of clinical study objectives.

This is a full-time summer internship beginning in May/June 2026.

Education Minimum Requirement:

• Full-time student pursuing a BS/BA, MS or PhD in Pharmaceuticals, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Research or Health Care Administration, Public Health, Biology or other relevant disciplines

Required Experience and Skills:

• Candidates must have Microsoft Office skills

• Candidates must have analytical ability to review trends, design and create reports and/or presentations

• Candidates must be able to summarize data and trends in writing

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Candidates should have Project Management experience (e.g. deliver project/assignment by specific date, overcome obstacles that impact the project delivery, MS project, etc.)

Please note that this position may be closed before the posted end date or may remain open longer, at the discretion of the company.

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Employee Status:

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

1st - Day

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date:

11/3/2025

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