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2027 Future Talent Program - Business Enablement - Intern

Merck · North Wales, PA · 4 days ago
$40k–$111k/yrVolunteer

About the role

We are seeking a motivated and innovative Intern to join our Business Enablement team within Global Clinical Trial Operations. This is a unique opportunity to work on a high-impact, predefined project that drives efficiency, improves user experiences, and modernizes our business processes. You will be assigned a specific business challenge and will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying a technology-based solution to solve it. This role is perfect for a student who is passionate about leveraging cutting-edge tools like AI, low-code platforms, and programming to deliver tangible results in a corporate environment.

Responsibilities

Depending on the specific scope of your assigned project, your responsibilities may include a combination of the following:

  • Execute Assigned Project: Collaborate with subject matter experts to deeply understand the requirements, goals, and workflows of your specific project.
  • Develop Digital Solutions & Automations: Assist in designing and building solutions using tools relevant to your project, which may include Python, Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate), or AI/Copilot functionalities.
  • Process Optimization: Help streamline repetitive, time-consuming tasks (such as Excel-based data transformation or validation) by building robust automated tools.
  • Enhance User Experience: Contribute to projects aimed at transforming static documents into interactive digital experiences or intelligent support tools.
  • Project Delivery & Quality: Manage your assigned deliverables from requirement gathering to final handoff, ensuring solutions are reliable, well-documented, and user-friendly.
  • Present Findings: Prepare and present a summary of your project, its impact, and the value delivered to stakeholders and leadership at the end of the internship.

What You Will Gain

  • Meaningful Impact: Hands-on experience solving real business problems and delivering solutions that provide measurable value in terms of time saved, quality improved, and efficiency gained.
  • Professional Networking: Opportunities to build a robust professional network by collaborating with cross-functional teams, participating in intern events, and connecting with peers and leaders across Global Clinical Trial Operations.
  • Expert Mentorship: Guidance and mentorship from experienced professionals in the pharmaceutical and clinical operations industry.
  • Skill Development: Practical skills in software development, automation, process engineering, and project management.
  • Career Building: The opportunity to build a professional portfolio with a high-impact project.

Required Education

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program, preferably in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field.

Required Skills

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a keen eye for detail.
  • Hands-on experience with at least one programming or scripting language (Python is strongly preferred) OR experience/strong interest in low-code/no-code platforms (e.g., Microsoft Power Platform).
  • Familiarity with data manipulation, analysis, or process mapping.
  • Ability to work independently and manage an assigned project from concept to completion.
  • Familiarity with Generative AI tools (Copilot, ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, etc.); Ability to write effective prompts and iteratively refine them; Understanding of basic AI/ML concepts and terminology; Ability to use AI to analyze information, summarize content, generate code, or improve productivity.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to a non-technical audience.

Pay

Salary range: $39,908 - $111,111 USD.

Schedule

  • Internship duration: up to 12 weeks
  • Hybrid work arrangement

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