# 2027 Future Talent Program - Animal Health R&D Quality Assurance - Intern at Merck - Company: [Merck](https://jobs.merck.com/us/en) - Location: Rahway, NJ - Type: Internship · Internship - Posted: 2026-09-09 - Apply: https://msd.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/searchjobs/job/USA---New-Jersey---Rahway/XMLNAME-2027-Future-Talent-Program---Animal-Health-R-D-Quality-Assurance---Intern_R413084 - Page: https://newgrad.ai/jobs/2027-future-talent-program-animal-health-r-d-quality-assuran-d2020b06 ## Summary by newgrad.ai What you'll do: - Support Quality Assurance team on drug development projects and quality systems improvement - Review procedures, develop training resources, and create quality metrics and dashboards - Learn drug development phases and quality's role in patient safety and regulatory compliance - Interact with QA professionals and leadership across the product development lifecycle What they're looking for: - Current student in Life Sciences, Animal Science, Veterinary Medicine, or related field; 2+ years completed by June 2027 - Strong organizational skills, communication, teamwork, and ability to take initiative - Available full-time May–August 2027 - Experience or exposure to data analysis, Excel, Power BI, or process improvement preferred Pay and perks: - $39,108–$111,111 salary range - 12-week internship at Rahway, NJ site - Hybrid work arrangement ## Posting The Future Talent Program features internships that last up to 12 weeks and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Animal Health 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 is offering one summer internship opportunity with our Animal Health Research & Development (R&D) Quality Assurance (QA) team at our Rahway, New Jersey site. Quality Assurance is a critical function in the pharmaceutical industry providing support to the business through partnership with key business stakeholders, process improvement, and more. In this role, the intern will have the opportunity to interact with Quality Assurance professionals and Leadership Team members, exposing the intern to a broad perspective on quality throughout the drug development continuum. They will also: - Gain an understanding of the phases of drug development. - Gain an understanding of the importance of quality in ensuring the rights and well-being of patients and the welfare of animals; helping to meet the intent of global regulatory requirements through robust processes and procedures; and ensuring subject, company, and regulator confidence and public trust in our company. - Interact with our company employees who have broad experience across the pharmaceutical industry. The role will provide exposure to quality systems supporting research and development activities across the product development lifecycle. The intern will support projects focused on Quality Management System (QMS) continuous improvement including procedure review and alignment, development of training resources, and creation of quality metrics and dashboards. We are seeking an intern candidate with strong academic performance, communication skills, teamwork, and the ability to work in a multi-functional environment. ### Education - Candidate must be a current student enrolled in a bachelor's or graduate program in Life Sciences, Animal Science, Veterinary Medicine, Biological Sciences, Quality Systems, Business, Data Analytics, Engineering, or related discipline. - Candidate must have completed at least 2 years of college course work by June 2027. ### Required Experience and Skills - Candidate must be available to work full-time for up to 12 weeks during the months of May – August 2027. - Candidate must be committed to making an active contribution to team goals. - Candidate must have strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to take initiative and own deliverables. - Candidate must have demonstrated interpersonal skills including flexibility, collaboration and inclusion skills, and ability to work in a team environment. - Candidate must have demonstrated the capability to develop innovative solutions to challenges. - Candidate must have strong written and verbal communication skills. ### Preferred Experience and Skills - Candidate should have experience with or exposure to data analysis, dashboard development, process improvement, or business analytics tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, or similar platforms). - Candidate should have good communication skills and the ability to keep accurate records. - Candidate should have experience with or exposure to the development of dashboards, analytics, or other systems. Please note that this position may be closed before the posted end date or may remain open longer, at the discretion of the company. Salary range: $39,108 through $111,111 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 Job Posting End Date: 10/9/2026 US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. 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