Future Talent HR Internship – 2027 Program

About the role

The 2027 Future Talent Program offers a 12‑week, full‑time internship in Human Resources within Merck's Global Support Division. You will work on real HR projects, gaining exposure to employee relations, talent strategy, diversity & inclusion, compensation, and learning initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Provide employee‑relations consultation and conflict‑resolution support to managers of U.S. non‑bargaining staff.
• Assist in executing talent attraction, development, and retention strategies.
• Contribute to HR operations projects, including strategic planning, project management, and communications.
• Support Global Diversity & Inclusion initiatives and compensation analysis projects.
• Help design global learning strategies and act as an HR business partner on change, analytics, and talent‑management projects.

Required profile

• Currently enrolled in a Master’s program in Human Resources Management, Industrial & Labor Relations, I/O Psychology, Business, or a related field.
• At least one year of graduate coursework completed by the internship start date.
• Ability to work full‑time on‑site at a New Jersey or Pennsylvania campus.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and independent work capability.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word.