About the role#
This internship is part of the Future Talent Program within the Discovery Sample Management Department. You will join our Research and Development Division in Rahway, New Jersey, for a summer term in 2027. This role offers exposure to the end-to-end drug discovery process while you work alongside multidisciplinary teams supporting small- and large-molecule pipelines.
What you'll do#
- Perform hands-on work with advanced instrumentation and analytical techniques.
- Support process characterization, molecular and materials analysis, and the determination of physical properties.
- Develop a foundation in analytical and physical chemistry method development.
- Participate in departmental and team meetings to gain insight into pharmaceutical research.
- Contribute to a scientific environment focused on drug discovery and development.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or pharmaceutical science.
- Completion of at least 2 years of undergraduate studies by June 2027.
- Availability to work on-site full-time (38.75 hours per week) for up to 12 consecutive weeks.
- Basic laboratory skills and research experience are preferred.
- Experience with high-performance liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry (such as HPLC, HPLC-MS, GC, GC-MS, or SFC) is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Rahway, New Jersey, United States.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time intern.
- Sponsorship: Not provided.
About MSD
MSD is a pharmaceutical manufacturing company founded in 1891. It develops medicines and vaccines for both humans and animals. The organization operates globally and maintains its headquarters in Rahway, New Jersey. It employs over 39,000 people.
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