Future Talent Program – West Point Vaccine Manufacturing Intern

About the role

The Future Talent Program offers a 12‑week internship in MSD's Manufacturing Division at the West Point, PA vaccine production site. Interns will work on real projects that support vaccine manufacturing, process improvement, and equipment reliability.

Key responsibilities

• Support vaccine manufacturing operations and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to improve processes.
• Lead or assist projects aimed at enhancing safety, compliance, and equipment reliability.
• Provide technical support for in‑line and new product initiatives, including investigations and process improvements.
• Assist in design, construction, or renovation of manufacturing and laboratory facilities.

Required profile

• Enrolled in an associate, bachelor’s or master’s program in Engineering, Science, Biotechnology, Biomanufacturing, Industrial Engineering or related fields.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Interest in pharmaceutical or vaccine manufacturing environments.

Required skills

• Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
• Lean Six Sigma methodology experience or knowledge.
• Data analytics capability.
• Project management fundamentals.