Job Description

This role will be based in our modern state-of-the-art co-working facilities in Moorgate, London. This site, at the heart of London provides fantastic amenities, support services and collaborative workspaces with convenient transport links.

We are a global biopharmaceutical leader committed to enhancing the lives of individuals through a diverse portfolio of prescription medicines, oncology treatments, life-saving vaccines, and animal health products. Our unwavering dedication to delivering innovative solutions is the driving force behind everything we do.

As a member of the Digital, Operations and Systems (DOS) team, you will play a key role over a 12-month period, supporting the marketing campaigns for all human health products in the UK pharmaceutical sector. The DOS team works closely with both UK and global stakeholders to optimise customer engagement and support patients through a variety of integrated digital channels, such as virtual, hybrid, and in-person events, as well as websites and emails. Past placement students have organised training on new technologies, led our digital accessibility transition, and managed externally facing virtual events

Our organisation is united by a shared purpose: harnessing advanced science to save and improve lives worldwide. For over a century, we have been pioneers in research, developing medicines, vaccines, and innovative solutions for some of the world’s toughest health challenges.

Requirements

• You must be seeking a 12-month (one year) student placement in either your third or penultimate year of undergraduate study, returning to your course after the placement.

• While ideally you will be studying Digital Marketing, Marketing, Business, or a related discipline (or equivalent qualification), all degree backgrounds are welcome.

• An understanding of digital marketing fundamentals—such as emails, websites, and social media—is expected.

Duties

• Support marketing teams in the execution of pharmaceutical campaigns by facilitating platform adoption and usage.

• Assist with the deployment of new capabilities, including delivering training and support to marketing and medical teams.

• Ensure compliance with UK regulations by conducting regular manual content checks.

• Develop in-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical regulation, digital accessibility, and emerging digital technologies.

• Contribute to the delivery of marketing projects, such as website updates, virtual events, and omnichannel campaigns.

How to Apply (Please Read):

Please complete the online application form by answering questions within the application 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.

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 2026

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

For more Information visit our Future Talent page!

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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:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

Required Skills:

Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Problem Solving, Clinical Research, Communication, Customer Engagement, Customer Experience (CX), Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Digital Marketing, Document Management, Health Economics, Management Process, Marketing, Microsoft Office, Office Applications, Pharmaceutical Management, Pharmacy Regulation, Process Improvements, Project Management, Recruiting Processes, Reporting and Analysis, Service Excellence {+ 5 more}

Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date:

10/7/2025

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