About the role#
The Modeling & Informatics Future Talent Program offers students a chance to contribute to drug discovery research. Interns join a team or work on an independent project for 10 to 12 weeks during the summer of 2027. This is a paid, full-time position that provides exposure to research processes and potential opportunities for scientific publication.
What you'll do#
- Participate in molecular modeling or cheminformatics research.
- Apply data, models, and methods to support hypothesis-driven drug discovery.
- Collaborate with drug discovery teams or manage independent research projects.
- Gain practical experience in research areas relevant to drug development.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an academic program, with at least two years completed toward a BS/BA or one year toward a Master’s/Ph.D. degree.
- A strong academic background in chemistry, biochemistry, biophysics, informatics, computer science, or applied mathematics.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Programming skills and a significant interest in applying modeling or informatics methods to drug discovery.
- Ability to continue your education for at least one semester after the internship ends.
- Availability for full-time work between June and August 2027.
- If selected for an interview, you must provide letters of recommendation, a research statement, and a transcript.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site internship located in Rahway, New Jersey; Boston, Massachusetts; South San Francisco, California; or West Point, Pennsylvania.
- This position does not offer visa sponsorship.
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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