GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Ready to accelerate your early career? Merck's Graduate Programs offer you the power to choose your path.  across functions or specializing in cutting-edge fields, we provide the felxiblity to shape your future. Join us to innovate, grow, and make a meaningful impact from day one.

Unlock your potential with us


At Merck, your development is our priority. Immerse yourself in a world of opportunities where you'll collaborate on global projects, tackle real-world challenges, and build a robust professional network. Our programs offer more than just a job – they are the launchpad for your career. Choose an international assignment to broaden your cultural horizons, or make a significant impact in your region while enjoying extensive professional development opportunities tailored to your aspirations.

Your journey with Merck is a commitment to continuous growth and innovation. Our carefully crafted Graduate Programs provide you with the tools, guidance, and exposure needed to thrive in the early stages of your career. As you rotate through various Departments, you'll gain invaluable insights into our diverse business sectors, setting the foundation for a long-term, fulfilling career with us.

But what makes Merck's Graduate Programs truly stand out? Let's explore the unique opportunities that await you as one of our Graduates...
SHAPE THE FUTURE WITH TRADITION
Join a family-owned company with a 350+ year track-record in innovation. Be part of Merck's legacy of stability and societal impact while driving future breakthroughs.
      INNOVATE WITH MERCK
Gain diverse experience through rotational programs. Work on cutting-edge projects across our three business sectors, tackling global challenges in science and technology.
    ACCELERATE YOUR GROWTH
Fast-track your development with personalized coaching and mentorship. Benefit from on-the-job training and targeted sessions to enhance your skills and career prospects.
   BUILD A POWERFUL NETWORK
Connect with colleagues worldwide and gain exposure to senior management. Our programs are your gateway to a long-term career at Merck, with multiple paths for advancement.
THRIVE WITH COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS
Enjoy competitive compensation, flexible working conditions, and diverse health & wellbeing programs. At Merck, we support your professional and personal success. 
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Diverse Paths, One Merck: Our Graduate Program Offerings


Merck offers Graduate Programs across different business functions and sectors, including Healthcare, Life Science, Electronics & Enabling Functions. These programs can be broad, allowing you to explore different sectors or functions, or they can be more specialized, focusing on a specific function or sector. Designed to cater to diverse interests, skills, and career aspirations, our programs ensure that there is an opportunity for everyone to participate and grow within the company.

Our Graduate Program Offerings

HEALTHCARE

LIFE SCIENCE

ELECTRONICS

ENABLING FUNCTIONS

Life Science
Operations
      

Healthcare
Marketing & Commercial
  

Electronics
R&D
    

Treasury

Healthcare
Global Operations

Electronics
Marketing & Commercial
    

Finance

R&D

Electronics
Project Management
    

Data & AI
 

Human Resources
   

 GOglobal Program: a 2-year program with international rotations

 Leadership Development Program: a 3-year program with local rotations in a specific business field

flags Starting Location: The recruiting office where you will begin the program. Depending on the program, there may be multiple starting locations available


* Broad program (across sectors & functions) in 1st year, focused in second year

Discover our programs per Sector

Healthcare
Innovate and advance patient care by creating, prolonging and improving life through cutting-edge research and development in (bio)pharmaceuticals. 

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Life Science
Drive scientific discovery and innovation, empowering researchers and scientists worldwide in their quest for groundbreaking solutions.

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Electronics
Shape the future of technology, working on pioneering materials and solutions that power the digital world and change the way we access information.

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Enabling Functions
Contribute to the smooth and efficient operation of our global business by developing critical skills in enabling functions that empower our different sectors. 

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Inhouse Consulting
Explore Merck through valuable consulting experience and cross-functional rotations across our three business sectors & enabling functions.

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Our application process
*Additional step (case study) for some programs

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