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2026 Future Talent Program – Corporate Audit & Assurance Services - Intern

Assist in executing monthly audit projects to improve internal controls and compliance
Rahway, New Jersey, United States
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Merck

Merck

A global healthcare leader known for its prescription medicines, vaccines, biologic therapies, and animal health products.

Future Talent Program Internship

The Future Talent Program features internships that last up to 12 weeks and will include several projects. These opportunities in our Global Support Functions Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals. Successful internship participants will be considered for a full-time position within our Finance Leadership Development Program.

Our Finance team brings financial perspectives into overall strategic and tactical decision making. We use state-of-the-art techniques for financial analysis, planning, accounting, reporting, and performance evaluation. This allows the organization to continue advancing medical innovation and improve lives.

Our Company's Corporate Audit and Assurance Services Internship participants will be placed onto monthly audit projects. These teams collaborate with stakeholders across the Finance organization, helping to solve vital business needs for Finance by leveraging data analytics and understanding implications on global healthcare systems.

The Corporate Audit & Assurance Services Internship participants also have the opportunity to work alongside fellow interns on a project and presentation, develop data and analytic capabilities, and network with senior leaders within the Audit department and across the broader Finance organization.

By joining the internship, individuals will gain an understanding of how the company is fulfilling its purpose of inventing medicines to improve people's lives. The internship will allow individuals to gain knowledge on products, healthcare systems, payors, and regulatory and reputational risks while working intimately with our global business operations. In addition, individuals will use data analytics to gain insights into business practices and the execution of the company's strategy; this includes a deeper knowledge of internal controls, business compliance, and risk management. Individuals will be based in the global headquarters in Rahway, NJ.

This is a full-time summer position spanning from June to August 2026. The internship is designed to be completed by juniors who are still enrolled in classes. During the summer, interns will complete comprehensive onboarding and training. This training will provide expansive business, industry, and audit knowledge. Additionally, the training will develop overall finance and business acumen, enhance leadership skills, and offer extensive networking opportunities.

Required Education and Skills:

  • Candidates must be current Juniors enrolled in a BS in Finance, Accountancy, or Business Analytics preferred, but all business majors may be considered (including Management, Marketing, or Economics). Academic curriculum focus on data analytics is preferred.
  • Candidates must have experience with Microsoft Excel.
  • Candidates must have proven success in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
  • Candidates must have the ability to self-motivate and take responsibility for personal growth and development.
  • Candidates must have excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with client and business process owners as well as finance colleagues.
  • Candidates must have effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Candidates must have strong time management skills and the ability to work autonomously and within a team.
  • Candidates must have attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

  • Candidates should have previous internship or work experience in Finance, Accounting, Business, or Economics
  • Candidates should have GPA of 3.3 or above
  • Dedication to teamwork
  • Demonstrated leadership skills
  • Passion and commitment to learning
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2026 Future Talent Program – Corporate Audit & Assurance Services - Intern
Rahway, New Jersey, United States
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A global healthcare leader known for its prescription medicines, vaccines, biologic therapies, and animal health products.