Externship Job Listing

Organization Information

Organization / Company:
Merck
Organization Description:
Merck is a biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Rahway, NJ.
Address
126 E. Lincoln Ave.
Rahway, NJ 07065
Website:
merck.com
Category:
Health, General Sciences, Technology, Engineering, and Math
Internship / Externship:
SUMMER 2026 - WEEK 1 ONLY (June 8-12)

Session and Deadline Information

Student Application Open Date/Time
1/12/2026 12:00 AM
Student Application Deadline Date/Time
2/8/2026 10:00 AM
Date the Externship Session Begins
6/8/2026
Date the Externship Session Ends
6/12/2026

Position Information

Description of Position:
The student will:
• Develop an understanding of careers in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Network with scientists in our company.
• Engage in opportunities for professional development.

Toward these ends, the agenda will be tailored toward the student's specific interests and can include opportunities for the student to::
• Meet with scientists across a variety of disciplines such as drug product formulation, analytical characterization, and manufacturing.
• Tour the campus, in addition to specific labs performing work of interest to the student.
• Learn about the pharmaceutical industry and the process of drug development.
• Participate in a mock interview session.
• Practice presenting a relevant research article.
Pre-requisites or Requirements:
Majors: Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology
Position Type:
Hybrid (both in-person and remote)