2027 Future Talent Program - WBT Operations/Tech Ops Intern

Merck's 2027 Future Talent Program offers 12-week internships in manufacturing operations and technical operations at the Wilmington, Delaware biologics facility. Interns will support plant startup, process optimization, new product technical initiatives, and equipment/facilities projects across the Global Biologics Organization.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing plant startup operations in drug substance or product lines
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve and optimize manufacturing processes
• Lead or support projects focused on safety and compliance performance improvements
• Execute strategic technical projects to enhance supply chain efficiency and reduce costs
• Support design, build, renovation, and project management phases of manufacturing facilities

Requirements

• Pursuing associate, bachelor's, or master's degree in chemical, biochemical, biomedical, biological, computer, electrical, packaging, or mechanical engineering
• Studying related sciences (chemistry, biology, virology, microbiology) or manufacturing programs (biotechnology, biomanufacturing, operations research, industrial engineering)
• Pharmaceutical or biologics manufacturing-related experience preferred
• Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Lean Six Sigma experience or knowledge and project management capabilities preferred
• Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and data analytics experience preferred

Compensation: $39,908 - $111,111