2027 Future Talent Program – Global Watch Desk - Intern

MSD
Rahway, New Jersey, United StatesPosted Sep 8, 2026
Summer 2027

About the role

Job Description

The Future Talent Program features internships that last up to 12 weeks and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Global Support Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals. The intern will work with the Global Watch Desk team of the Global Security component. The intern’s responsibilities will include assisting with a variety of tasks and projects, that could include anything from using technical monitoring systems, to assisting with geopolitical risk and travel security related initiatives. Although this position will be supervised, the incumbent will be required to have an interest in international risk and security, with very strong writing abilities. The intern may be trained for two weeks to function as a watch officer and be expected to provide back-up shift coverage if necessary. The incumbent is expected to collect information and develop solutions to specific projects of a limited scope. Assignments may be designed to develop professional knowledge and to provide broad experience and familiarization with our companies methods, standards, procedures, and practices.

Education Minimum Requirement

Currently enrolled or recent graduate from an accredited College or University in: International Relations or Law, Criminology, Political Science, Public Policy, Behavioral Science, Psychology, Cyber Security, Computer Science, or other relevant coursework. Candidates must be able to commit to full-time employment for 10 - 12 weeks beginning summer 2027.

Required Experience and Skills

Students who have completed at least two years of university studies, toward their degree. Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, sound analytical and problem-solving abilities and interpersonal skills that include flexibility and the ability to work in a team environment.

Preferred Experience and Skills

Flexibility; Motivation; Functional Excellence;

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