Job Description

Working within Global Workplace Enterprise Solutions (GWES), you will help support critical functions within our organization and drive progress towards saving and improving patients’ lives.

GWES delivers and operates workplaces and site services which enable everyone to fulfill our mission day in, day out.  We ensure that our workplaces are right for the task at hand and are flexible, safe and inclusive spaces which enable and inspire collaboration & productivity, so that we can continue to invent for the future.

Outside of our organisation we also ensure we protect the people around us, communities and the environment. We work in partnership with the other support functions, which include Human Resources, Finance, Information Technology, Legal, Procurement, Administration, Facilities and Security.

This is an opportunity to join our dedicated and talented GWES team for a 12-month student internship. You will be based at our Moorgate site in the heart of London, a thriving diverse & metropolitan city. You will be involved in a wide range of activities across several support functions, which will help build a strong foundation for success in your future.

Duties

Work closely with and support both the UK facilities team and the regional Project Management Office (PMO) for the the Global Commercial Offices  team, to ensure consistent high-quality services are delivered and regional projects are accurately tracked and managed.Under the supervision of the GWES team, assist with the design, development and implementation of tools and business processes to enable the Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) Program to realise the expected outcomes and benefits; audit performance and practices of the IFM service providers and drive continuous improvementSupport the PMO team in developing and improving business tools & processes, to ensure successful project delivery across the region as well as optimal internal sharing practicesThere will be additional opportunities during the internship to shadow and work with other GWES functions such as operations, finance, real estate and maintenance excellence.

Technical Specifications

You will be looking to complete a 12-month student internship in your third or penultimate year of study, returning to your course at the end of the internshipStudying towards a degree (or equivalent qualification)Demonstrates an interest in technology and innovationDemonstrates organisational and project management skillsDemonstrates analytical abilityGood working knowledge of Microsoft packages (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Share Point)

Qualities we look for

Operates with a high level of integrity, transparency and accountabilityComprehends and aligns with our organisation’s core valuesAligns with and fosters a culture of diversity and inclusivityDemonstrates initiative, proactivity and academic curiosityEncourages and boosts their colleagues through teamworkDemonstrates clear and effective communicationDemonstrates a desire to learn and improve their performance through feedbackA self-starter who can work independently

How to Apply (Please Read):

Please complete the online application form and upload your CV and Cover Letter in a combined document in the ‘resume/CV’ section.

Our standard future talent recruitment process is: An online application, a virtual conversation and then a final assessment.

Provisional final assessment dates will be held from November 2024

Next Steps:

In the event of your successful progression to the next stage, one of our future talent team will contact you within two - three weeks of the application closing date. 

Start Date:

June 2025

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together.

For more Information visit our Future Talent page!

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Current Employees apply HERE

Current Contingent Workers apply HERE

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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:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Job Posting End Date:

02/24/2025

*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.

Requisition ID:R313102