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Merck · 4 months ago

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

USA - New Jersey - Rahway

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$40K/yr - $106K/yr

Start in 2026 Summer

Merck is a global healthcare company dedicated to improving lives through innovative medicines. The Corporate Audit & Assurance Services Internship provides students with hands-on experience in financial audits and data analytics, while also offering opportunities for professional development and networking within the finance organization.

BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceutical

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Participate in the execution of financial, operational, SOX 404 and IT audits, integrated audits and process audits to maintain a strong internal control environment at our company

Under the direction of the AIC, partner with colleagues and clients, support groups, and other organizations to effectively complete all assigned audit work

Execute audit programs and work papers (including walkthroughs and sample testing) in line with the established quality standards and timelines

Collaborate with the audit team in the writing of audit summaries of issues and reports which accurately describe identified control concerns, associated risks, and appropriate recommendations

Participate in department projects and ensure the realization of the specified results

Maintain the highest standards of professionalism and independence in the execution of duties with the highest level of integrity and quality. Show good judgment in the conduct of work

Qualification

Data AnalyticsFinancial AnalysisRisk ManagementMicrosoft ExcelInterpersonal SkillsWritten CommunicationTime ManagementTeam CollaborationAttention to DetailSelf-MotivationPresentation Skills

Required

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