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2027 Future Talent Program- Forensic Services Laboratory Intern

Merck · West Point, PA · 5 days ago
Administrative$40k–$111k/yrVolunteer

About the role

The internship is within the Forensic Services Lab in West Point, PA which supports the Global Security Group in its mission to protect our company, our patients, and our people. The forensic services lab provides an expert level of forensic analysis in the testing of suspected counterfeit, diverted, tampered, or other illicit Company products.

What you'll do

The intern may be asked to assist in projects that will help the lab long term, providing the incumbent with experience working in a professional laboratory environment and executing various analytical techniques in a unique forensic chemistry application. Although this position will be supervised, the incumbent will be required to follow sound scientific principles, when necessary, as well as demonstrate core competency in working safely within manufacturing, research, and office environments. The incumbent is expected to collect information and develop solutions to specific projects of a limited scope. Assignments may be designed to develop professional knowledge and to provide broad experience and familiarization with Our Company's methods, standards, procedures, and practices.

Required education

Students entering Junior or Senior year or students enrolled in a graduate program at an accredited College or University in: Forensic Chemistry, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Forensic Science, or other related coursework.

Required experience and skills

  • Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
  • Sound analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Interpersonal skills that include flexibility and the ability to work in a team environment
  • Must be able to commit to full-time employment for 10-12 weeks beginning summer 2027

Preferred experience and skills

  • Previous internship
  • Lab experience
  • Flexibility
  • Motivation
  • Functional excellence
  • Teamwork/Collaboration
  • Results-oriented
  • Problem-solving
  • Communication and familiarity with Windows applications

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