Job Description
We are looking for a motivated final year bachelor or master student! Do you want to know what it's like to be part of one of the largest multinational companies in the pharmaceutical industry? We offer an internship opportunity within our Discovery & Technology (D&T) department where you will have the freedom and space for your own initiative.
Intern - Molecular Biology – Discovery & Technology
Welcome to our team
The D&T department is an essential hub in our organization. This department is focused on the early-stage research of vaccine technologies. The team consists of about 40 employees, all of whom have extensive knowledge and experience in different vaccine technology fields like microbiology, vaccine formulation, immunology, vaccine analysis, cell biology and virology. The team works closely with other departments within the company to achieve the stated goals.
Your internship assignment
As an intern, you will be responsible for a project aimed on the development of a plasmid DNA-based vaccine candidate for Salmon, yes fish get also vaccinated! The student will work on design, screening and identification of antigens that should induce the best immunogenicity of the antigens using molecular biological techniques. The techniques that will be involved in this project are cell culture, DNA transfections, immunofluorescence assay, Wester blot analysis, tissue culture, and flow-cytometry analysis.
Your responsibilities
• Protein expression and analyis
• Tissue culture techniques
• Critical scientific thinking
• Providing a fresh perspective to the department by sharing your opinion
The described tasks form the basic package and will often be performed independently after a proper training and learning period. These tasks may be supplemented with other projects and/or tasks on your own initiative or at the request of the organization.
What is required
• A final year B.Sc or M.Sc student in the field of Life Sciences
• Preferably, you are familiar with vaccines and viruses
• You are fluent in English and/or Dutch, both written and verbal
• You are available for a period of 6-9 months for 5 days a week
What we offer
Interning at our company means working together with your team towards health in an international work environment. As an intern, you will have the opportunity to work closely with experts and learn from them. In addition, we offer:
• The chance to gain experience in the pharmaceutical industry
• An opportunity to showcase yourself for potential opportunities after your internship period
• A challenging and dynamic work environment with plenty of room for personal development and initiative
• Good guidance from an experienced specialist
• A gross monthly internship allowance of €500,- based on a 40-hour workweek
Animal Health
Our Animal Health Division is a trusted global leader in animal healthcare. We are committed to preserving and improving the health, well-being, and performance of animals and the people who care for them. As a global team of professionals, we work together to make a positive difference in animal care and the world's food chain. We also have a deep sense of responsibility towards our customers, consumers, animals, society, and our planet.
By being dedicated to The Science of Healthier Animals®, we provide veterinarians, farmers, pet owners, and governments with one of the broadest ranges of animal health products, vaccines, and solutions and services for health management. Additionally, we deliver a comprehensive range of digitally connected identification, traceability, and monitoring products. We invest in dynamic and extensive R&D capabilities and a modern, global supply chain. We are present in more than 50 countries, and our products are available in approximately 150 markets.
Required Skills:
Accountability, Accountability, Analytical Problem Solving, Assay, Biochemical Assays, Cell-Based Assays, Cell Cultures, Cell Physiology, Clinical Research, Communication, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Document Management, Global Supply Chain, Health Economics, Immunoassays, Mammalian Cell Culture, Microsoft Office, Molecular Biology, Office Applications, Process Improvements, Project Management, Protein Expression {+ 5 more}Preferred Skills:
Current Employees apply HERE
Current Contingent Workers apply HERE
Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully
Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.
Employee Status:
Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)Relocation:
VISA Sponsorship:
Travel Requirements:
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not ApplicableShift:
Valid Driving License:
Hazardous Material(s):
Job Posting End Date:
11/27/2025*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.