Talent Program Engineering Co-op

Merck · De Soto, Kansas, USA · $39,108–$111,111 per year

  • Paid
  • {Full-time,Internship}

About the role

The Future Talent Program features Cooperative (Co-op) education that lasts up to 6 months and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Animal Health Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.

Key Responsibilities Assisting project engineers with design reviews and construction progress tracking Working alongside our operations, maintenance and engineering groups to help create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), define Preventative Maintenance strategies, and compile technical asset documentation Participating in the preparation, review and execution of critical facility commissioning and qualification activities Minimum

Education Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in Engineering (Mechanical or Chemical), or a closely related technical discipline Completed at least your Sophomore year of college by the start of the co‑op (June 2027) Availability Must be able to work full-time for the entire duration of the co‑op term from June 2027 through November 2027 Required

Experience & Skills Good written and verbal communication skills, with ability to collaborate effectively in diverse, multi‑disciplinary team environments Analytical and troubleshooting abilities with a proactive approach to handling complex project details Comfort working in a dynamic environment that spans both professional office spaces and active facility commissioning environments Preferred

Experience & Skills Previously completed one prior professional internship or co‑op program Be in good academic standing with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

Salary Range The salary range for this role is $39,108 through $111,111. FTP 2027 AH2027 US And Puerto Rico Residents Only Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities.

Requirements As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S.

Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively.

Learn more about your rights, including under California, Colorado and other US State Acts San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance Employee Status Intern/Co‑op (Fixed Term) Relocation: No relocation VISA Sponsorship: No Travel

Requirements No Travel Required Flexible Work Arrangements Not Applicable Shift 1st - Day Valid Driving License No Hazardous Material(s) N/A Job Posting End Date 10/23/2026 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 R412906

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