Animal Health Public Policy & Government Relations Co-op
Job Description Subject to applicable law, all prospective hires will be required to demonstrate that they have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or intend to be vaccinated for COVID-19 by November 1, 2021, or qualify for a medical or religious accommodation to this vaccination requirement.
Hired candidates who are not vaccinated by November 1, 2021, and who have not been approved for a legally required medical or religious accommodation will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment, in accordance with applicable law.
The Future Talent Program features Cooperative (Co-op) education that lasts up to 6 months and will include one or more projects.
These opportunities can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.
Our Sourcing team partner with the business to ensure the efficient acquisition of goods and services that enables the commercialization of our medicines, vaccines and Animal Health products.
We collaborate internationally and are grouped into center-led categories and regional operating teams.
The Animal Health Public Policy and Government Relations Co-op will be supporting the Animal Health overall business in the US The Co-op will provide added value to our company's Animal Health Public Policy team, learning to advocate for policy initiatives that support our business and our customer's businesses.
The Co-op will interact and build networks with various stakeholders in Washington, DC including producer groups, trade associations, multi-stakeholder coalitions, and government agencies including the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) to gain first-hand policy experience.
An interest in public policy is critical, but prior experience is not required.
Issue areas covered by the public policy team include but are not limited to animal health and welfare, one health and zoonoses, sustainability, animal traceability, biotechnology, precision livestock agriculture, animal monitoring, telehealth, and international trade.
The job scope and primary focus for this position are to actively support the public policy team on a diverse array of projects and priorities that add value to the business including:
Attend and report out summaries of relevant hearings and bill markups in Congress Policy (legislation and regulation) review and analysis Develop and execute plans for engaging with coalitions and trade associations on priority issues Participate in meetings and events including trade association and coalition meetings, meetings with congressional staff, briefings and events, etc.
Ensure clear, concise, and timely communication with the policy team and the business on priority issues Other responsibilities as assigned Required Education & Experience Candidates must be currently enrolled in any bachelor's or graduate degree program Candidates must have completed at least 2 years of college course work by January 2022 Candidates must be available for a period of 4-6 months beginning approximately January 2022 to May/June 2022 Candidates must have excellent interpersonal/communication, writing, and presentation skills Candidates must have general computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Candidates must have the ability to be organized, adapt to a changing environment, work independently and as part of a team Candidates must demonstrate high ethical standards Preferred Experience & Skills Candidates should have an interest in public policy Candidates should have interest in animal health Candidates should have a GPA of 3.
0 or higher Other Information:
This position may be offered in an in-person, virtual, or hybrid format depending on the status of the ongoing pandemic and preference/needs of the candidate.
Our Animal Health Division is a trusted global leader in veterinary medicine, dedicated to preserving and improving health, well-being, and performance of animals and the people who care for them.
We are a global team of professionals working together to make a positive difference in animal care and the world's food supply and have a deep sense of responsibility towards our customers, consumers, animals, society, and our planet.
Through our commitment to The Science of Healthier Animals(R), we offer veterinarians, farmers, pet owners and governments one of the widest ranges of veterinary pharmaceuticals, vaccines and health management solutions and services as well as an extensive suite of digitally connected identification, traceability and monitoring products.
We invest in dynamic and comprehensive R&D resources and a modern, global supply chain.
We are present in more than 50 countries, while our products are available in some 150 markets.
Who we are We are known as Merck & Co.
, Inc.
, Kenilworth, New Jersey, the USA in the United States and Canada, and MSD everywhere else.
For more than a century, we have been inventing for life, bringing forward medicines and vaccines for many of the world's most challenging diseases.
Today, our company continues to be at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions and advance the prevention and treatment of diseases that threaten people and animals around the world.
What we look for Imagine getting up in the morning for a job as important as helping to save and improve lives around the world.
Here, you have that opportunity.
You can put your empathy, creativity, digital mastery, or scientific genius to work in collaboration with a diverse group of colleagues who pursue and bring hope to countless people who are battling some of the most challenging diseases of our time.
Our team is constantly evolving, so if you are among the intellectually curious, join us-and start making your impact today.
FTP2022 #AH2020 MAH2022 Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:
Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities.
Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.
For more information about personal rights under Equal Employment Opportunity, visit:
EEOC Poster EEOC GINA Supplement OFCCP EEO Supplement Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination 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.
Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co.
, Inc.
, Kenilworth, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
, Kenilworth, 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:
No relocation VISA Sponsorship:
Travel Requirements:
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Shift:
Valid Driving License:
Hazardous Material(s):
Number of Openings:
1 Requisition ID:
R143020.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Hired candidates who are not vaccinated by November 1, 2021, and who have not been approved for a legally required medical or religious accommodation will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment, in accordance with applicable law.
The Future Talent Program features Cooperative (Co-op) education that lasts up to 6 months and will include one or more projects.
These opportunities can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.
Our Sourcing team partner with the business to ensure the efficient acquisition of goods and services that enables the commercialization of our medicines, vaccines and Animal Health products.
We collaborate internationally and are grouped into center-led categories and regional operating teams.
The Animal Health Public Policy and Government Relations Co-op will be supporting the Animal Health overall business in the US The Co-op will provide added value to our company's Animal Health Public Policy team, learning to advocate for policy initiatives that support our business and our customer's businesses.
The Co-op will interact and build networks with various stakeholders in Washington, DC including producer groups, trade associations, multi-stakeholder coalitions, and government agencies including the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) to gain first-hand policy experience.
An interest in public policy is critical, but prior experience is not required.
Issue areas covered by the public policy team include but are not limited to animal health and welfare, one health and zoonoses, sustainability, animal traceability, biotechnology, precision livestock agriculture, animal monitoring, telehealth, and international trade.
The job scope and primary focus for this position are to actively support the public policy team on a diverse array of projects and priorities that add value to the business including:
Attend and report out summaries of relevant hearings and bill markups in Congress Policy (legislation and regulation) review and analysis Develop and execute plans for engaging with coalitions and trade associations on priority issues Participate in meetings and events including trade association and coalition meetings, meetings with congressional staff, briefings and events, etc.
Ensure clear, concise, and timely communication with the policy team and the business on priority issues Other responsibilities as assigned Required Education & Experience Candidates must be currently enrolled in any bachelor's or graduate degree program Candidates must have completed at least 2 years of college course work by January 2022 Candidates must be available for a period of 4-6 months beginning approximately January 2022 to May/June 2022 Candidates must have excellent interpersonal/communication, writing, and presentation skills Candidates must have general computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Candidates must have the ability to be organized, adapt to a changing environment, work independently and as part of a team Candidates must demonstrate high ethical standards Preferred Experience & Skills Candidates should have an interest in public policy Candidates should have interest in animal health Candidates should have a GPA of 3.
0 or higher Other Information:
This position may be offered in an in-person, virtual, or hybrid format depending on the status of the ongoing pandemic and preference/needs of the candidate.
Our Animal Health Division is a trusted global leader in veterinary medicine, dedicated to preserving and improving health, well-being, and performance of animals and the people who care for them.
We are a global team of professionals working together to make a positive difference in animal care and the world's food supply and have a deep sense of responsibility towards our customers, consumers, animals, society, and our planet.
Through our commitment to The Science of Healthier Animals(R), we offer veterinarians, farmers, pet owners and governments one of the widest ranges of veterinary pharmaceuticals, vaccines and health management solutions and services as well as an extensive suite of digitally connected identification, traceability and monitoring products.
We invest in dynamic and comprehensive R&D resources and a modern, global supply chain.
We are present in more than 50 countries, while our products are available in some 150 markets.
Who we are We are known as Merck & Co.
, Inc.
, Kenilworth, New Jersey, the USA in the United States and Canada, and MSD everywhere else.
For more than a century, we have been inventing for life, bringing forward medicines and vaccines for many of the world's most challenging diseases.
Today, our company continues to be at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions and advance the prevention and treatment of diseases that threaten people and animals around the world.
What we look for Imagine getting up in the morning for a job as important as helping to save and improve lives around the world.
Here, you have that opportunity.
You can put your empathy, creativity, digital mastery, or scientific genius to work in collaboration with a diverse group of colleagues who pursue and bring hope to countless people who are battling some of the most challenging diseases of our time.
Our team is constantly evolving, so if you are among the intellectually curious, join us-and start making your impact today.
FTP2022 #AH2020 MAH2022 Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:
Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities.
Please click here if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process.
For more information about personal rights under Equal Employment Opportunity, visit:
EEOC Poster EEOC GINA Supplement OFCCP EEO Supplement Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination 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.
Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co.
, Inc.
, Kenilworth, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
, Kenilworth, 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:
No relocation VISA Sponsorship:
Travel Requirements:
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Shift:
Valid Driving License:
Hazardous Material(s):
Number of Openings:
1 Requisition ID:
R143020.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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