2027 Future Talent Program - Global Communications - Intern
At a glance
- Pay
- $40k-$111k/yr
- Location
- Rahway, NJ
- Work type
- Hybrid
- Visa sponsorship
- Not offered
- Category
- Business
2027 Future Talent Program: Transformation Communications Intern at Merck in Rahway, NJ. A 12-week summer internship focused on internal communications for transformation initiatives, with an emphasis on AI-enabled capabilities. Hybrid work arrangement with in-office presence required ~3 days/week.
What they are looking for
Location: Rahway, New Jersey, United States of America Department: Business Support
Job Description
2027 Future Talent Program: Transformation Communications Intern
The Future Talent Program features internships that last up to 12 weeks and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Support Function Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.
Our company’s Global Communications organization has an opportunity for a summer 2027 communications intern. This individual will support internal communications for major transformation initiatives across our organization, bringing a unique perspective and contribution to efforts across the enterprise, including work related to AI-enabled capabilities. As a result, this individual will partner closely with a second intern supporting our AI communications work on a joint project. The role also connects this individual to cross-functional stakeholders within and beyond Global Communications, offering the chance to learn from leaders at all levels and across areas of scope.
This internship will be based in the Rahway, NJ, location. This individual will be expected to come to the Rahway, NJ, office 3 times a week.
Responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to, the following :
Collaborate with the Human Health Communications team to support delivery of our U.S. customer engagement transformation communications strategy, which includes traditional and new ways to reach intended audiences
Apply an AI-first mindset across communications work, using generative AI tools to support research, content development, collaboration and more efficient ways of working
Support planning and execution of employee engagement moments, from agenda development, briefing materials and recaps for events to video shoot preparation and execution
Contribute to Human Health newsletters and quarterly messages, including drafting, sourcing stories and coordinating inputs and edits
Partner with cross-functional subject matter experts across change management, program management, strategy realization and other functional teams to gather and incorporate input into communications materials
Conduct research on change communications practices, employee experience and AI adoption in the workplace to inform our approach
Support measurement of communications effectiveness through coordinated listening channels, tracking and synthesizing data including open rates, click-through rates, event attendance, survey results and sentiment to translate recurring themes into recommendations for future communications tactics
Assist with the Global Diversity & Inclusion Experience Month, supporting content development, event promotion and toolkit materials that help teams activate locally
Help maintain existing SharePoint sites so employees can easily find current, accurate information about transformation programs, where timing and workload allow
Required experience and education
Candidates must be currently in their junior year or above pursuing a college degree preferably in a related field (e.g., Business, English, Marketing/Communications)
Candidates must be available to work full-time for the summer months beginning in May 2027 through August 2027
Experience with Microsoft Teams, SharePoint or other digital collaboration platforms preferred
Familiarity with generative AI tools and an interest in their application to communications preferred
Coursework or demonstrated interest in organizational change, business transformation, public health, life sciences or healthcare communications preferred
Experience working in team environments and collaborating with diverse groups preferred
The ideal candidate
Is a strong writer who can turn complex, technical information into clear, plain-language messages
Is curious about how organizations change and how communications helps people navigate and adopt it
Is comfortable with ambiguity and able to move work forward when not every detail is decided
Is organized, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Brings creativity, curiosity and a willingness to learn new skills and approaches, including AI tools
Enjoys collaborating with people from different backgrounds, functions and regions
Communicates professionally and builds strong relationships with teammates and stakeholders
Demonstrates sound judgment, professionalism and attention to detail, particularly when handling sensitive or not-yet-public information
Is motivated by the opportunity to make complex information more accessible and meaningful for diverse audiences
Is eager to learn, asks thoughtful questions and seeks opportunities to grow
Please note that this position may be closed before the posted end date or may remain open longer, at the discretion of the company.
Salary range
The salary range for this role is $39,908 - $111,111 USD.
FTP2027
GSF2027
Required Skills
Preferred Skills
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