About the role#
This internship is part of the Future Talent Program within the Global Supplier Management Group. You will join the Supplier Development and Performance Management team, which manages hundreds of suppliers critical to the production of medicines and vaccines. This program lasts up to 12 weeks and provides a chance to gain hands-on experience in manufacturing and business process improvement.
What you'll do#
- Improve supplier manufacturing and business processes through hands-on work.
- Conduct root cause investigations and implement Corrective Actions and Preventive Actions for supplier issues.
- Travel to supplier and company sites to resolve manufacturing, quality, technical, and supply issues.
- Perform risk assessments and manage risk mitigation plans to ensure launch readiness and successful production.
- Assist in executing Technical Capability Assessments for new and existing suppliers.
- Perform gap analysis between specifications, methods, and equipment to reduce future supply issues.
- Set requirements and provide feedback for new systems or system enhancements.
- Work with critical suppliers to find solutions for delivery issues and component shortages.
- Gain exposure to continuous improvement methodologies, including Lean and Six Sigma.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a B.S. degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or other sciences.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience or coursework in project management.
- Ability to collect, analyze, and report data effectively.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027.
- The role is based in West Point, Pennsylvania, or Rahway, New Jersey.
- The work modality is hybrid.
- Sponsorship is not available for this position.
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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