2026 Future Talent Program - Research Laboratories Communications - Intern

MSD

79d • $39,600 - $105,500

About The Position

The Future Talent Program features internships that last up to 12 weeks and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Support Function Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals. Our company's Research Laboratories Communications team is seeking a summer intern to support internal and external communications programs related to our company’s robust research & development (R&D) pipeline. You’ll work alongside our team and cross-functionally with editorial, analytics, media relations and employee engagement colleagues to help shape scientific storytelling grounded in our company's purpose: using leading‑edge science to save and improve lives.

Requirements

• Candidates must be currently in their junior year or above pursuing a college degree preferably in a related field (e.g., Business, English, Marketing/Communications) OR have a minimum of a high school diploma and have completed at least 1 internship, apprenticeship, co-op or equivalent professional role in a communications-related field.
• Candidates must be available to work full-time for the summer months beginning in May 2026 through August 2026.
• Candidates must have proficiency with Windows-based applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience creating digital and social content preferred, video production skills a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Creative and passionate, with a solid understanding of communications, public relations and social media fundamentals.
• Strong proofreading/editing skills and project management abilities.
• Resourceful problem solver who uses creativity to address communications challenges.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced role.
• Curious and proactive, comfortable asking questions and learning on the job.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the editorial team to create content featuring our scientists, state-of-the-art labs and R&D pipeline efforts, including written, visual and video content for our corporate website, social channels and intranet.
• Support employee engagement and internal events (e.g., town halls); prepare briefing materials, coordinate logistics and create supporting content.
• Assist with media relations tactics; draft press releases, field media inquiries, track news coverage and compile media reports.
• Partner with the analytics team to measure R&D content performance and evaluate how to improve audience reach and engagement for both internal and external channels.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with subject‑matter experts across our Research and Development Division and Corporate Affairs to facilitate reviews and ensure accuracy of communications.
• Conduct research to inform R&D communication strategies and initiatives.
• Support our Research and Development Division and BD&L communications team in day-to-day tasks and special projects including business development.

Benefits

• Practical experience developing scientific communications for diverse audiences.
• Media relations basics and measurement-driven content strategy.
• Cross-functional collaboration across Corporate Affairs, our Research and Development Division and business development.
• Mentorship from communications leaders and feedback to support professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees