2027 Future Talent program - Enterprise Social Media - Intern
Rahway, NJ
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
Merck is offering a summer internship through its Future Talent Program within the Enterprise Social Media team. The intern will support corporate social media initiatives, including content planning, publishing, community engagement, reporting, and social media strategy, while collaborating with communications leaders, agency partners, and cross-functional stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Gain hands-on experience supporting enterprise social media content planning, publishing, community management, and audience engagement
Learn how performance reporting, benchmarking, and data-driven insights inform social media strategy and decision-making
Partner with communications leaders, agency teams, and business stakeholders across the organization
Develop an understanding of content review and approval processes within a highly regulated industry
Build a network of communications professionals while gaining exposure to innovative social media trends and best practices
Qualification
Required
* Candidates must be currently enrolled in a full-time bachelor's or master's degree program in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Digital Media, Business, or a related field
* Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with an ability to communicate effectively across teams
* Demonstrated interest in social media, digital communications, content creation, or marketing
* Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines
* Analytical mindset with an interest in using data and insights to inform recommendations
* Detail-oriented with a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment
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
**Relocation:**
No relocation
**VISA Sponsorship:**
No
**Travel Requirements:**
No Travel Required
Preferred
* Experience creating content for personal, academic, student organization, or professional social media channels
* Familiarity with major social media platforms, including LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, YouTube, and emerging platforms
* Experience creating digital content, including graphics, video, or written content
* Familiarity with social media management, analytics, or design tools such as Canva, Sprout Social, or similar platforms
* Interest in communications within healthcare, science, corporate reputation, or highly regulated industries
Benefits
Hands-on experience supporting enterprise social media content planning, publishing, community management, and audience engagement.
Learn how performance reporting, benchmarking, and data-driven insights inform social media strategy and decision-making.
Partner with communications leaders, agency teams, and business stakeholders across the organization.
Develop an understanding of content review and approval processes within a highly regulated industry.
Build a network of communications professionals while gaining exposure to innovative social media trends and best practices.
Hybrid flexible work arrangement.
Merck is a biopharmaceutical company that offers medicines and vaccines for various diseases.
