2027 Future Talent Program – Engineering – Co-op

MSD • De Soto, KS

3d • $39,108 - $111,111

About The Position

The Future Talent Program offers cooperative education opportunities lasting up to six months and involving one or more projects. In the Animal Health Division, the Engineering Co-Op is based at the De Soto site, where the company is expanding manufacturing and research and development facilities. The role contributes to the production of veterinary products and supports safe, compliant, and reliable facility operations.

The co-op student will collaborate with internal engineering and operations teams, as well as external engineering and construction partners. Work includes design verification, system development, and start-up activities. The co-op runs full-time from June 2027 through November 2027.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in Engineering (Mechanical or Chemical) or a closely related technical discipline.
• Have completed at least sophomore year of college by the start of the co-op in June 2027.
• Be available to work full-time for the entire co-op term from June 2027 through November 2027.
• Have good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in diverse, multidisciplinary team environments.
• Have analytical and troubleshooting abilities and a proactive approach to handling complex project details.
• Be comfortable working in a dynamic environment spanning professional office spaces and active facility commissioning environments.

Nice To Haves

• Previously completed one professional internship or co-op program.
• Be in good academic standing with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Responsibilities

• Assist project engineers with design reviews and construction progress tracking.
• Work with operations, maintenance, and engineering groups to create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), define Preventative Maintenance strategies, and compile technical asset documentation.
• Participate in preparing, reviewing, and executing critical facility commissioning and qualification activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern