2027 Future Talent Program - Process/Project Engineer - Global Engineering Solutions Intern

Merck • Upper Gwynedd Township, PA

2d • $39,908 - $111,111 • Hybrid

About The Position

This position is part of the 2027 Future Talent Program and is targeted for college students in their Junior or Senior year. The role involves learning and applying skills related to process and project engineering within Global Engineering Solutions (GES), which is responsible for the design, construction, and delivery of advanced manufacturing facilities and laboratories worldwide, providing premier engineering solutions in the pharmaceutical industry. The internship assignments last up to 10-12 weeks and will include one or more primary assignments, offering development opportunities and a chance to assess long-term career goals with the company. Interns will be supported by a network of assignment managers, mentors, and buddies. The company seeks candidates with outstanding academic records, demonstrated leadership abilities, analytical and inquisitive minds, and a commitment to making a difference in manufacturing high-quality pharmaceutical and vaccine products. The specific assignments and responsibilities will be determined by business needs closer to the intern start date.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering (e.g. Chemical, Biomedical, Mechanical, etc.) or equivalent discipline.
• Candidates must be in their Junior or Senior year at an accredited college/university.
• No prior experience is required.
• Candidates must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent resident of U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Strong communication, collaboration, active listening, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently when needed.
• Problem-solving skills, curiosity, and a desire to be innovative and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated motivation, dependability, systems thinking, and the ability to assess information and contribute to practical solutions.
• Interest in engineering, manufacturing, project delivery, and continuous improvement in a technical environment.
• Prior co-op, internship, academic project, or work experience in an engineering, manufacturing, or related technical environment is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Apply technical knowledge, data analysis, and troubleshooting skills to support pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, facilities, and engineering activities.
• Take ownership of assigned work and deliver results with appropriate guidance and support in a team-based environment.
• Develop leadership and execution skills through exposure to vendor management, technical decision-making, and engineering project support.
• Support process and project engineering activities for pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, facilities, utilities, equipment, and capital projects across areas such as API, Oral Solid Dosage, Biologics, Vaccine or Sterile operations.
• Review project design deliverables, technical documentation, and equipment lifecycle activities, including specification, selection, testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, qualification, and clarification as needed with vendors, construction personnel, and cross-functional team members.
• Assist with planning, tracking, and coordinating team work to support schedule, quality, budget, and cost expectations.
• Support construction, field, or operational activities by observing work, reviewing quality expectations, and helping ensure activities are performed safely and in accordance with applicable standards.
• Engage with vendors, construction personnel, operations, and cross-functional team members to support execution and resolve questions as needed.
• Use planning, prioritization, and project/time management skills to help deliver quality work on time.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern