Finance, Operations & Business Support Intern
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About the role
Job Description
Duration: 6 months | Type: Full-time internship
About the Role
Animal Health Switzerland is looking for a motivated and curious intern to join our team for a 6-month full-time internship. The successful candidate will begin in the Finance department, supporting core reporting and analysis activities, and will then gain exposure to other business functions such as Marketing and Operations through a structured rotational program.
This internship is designed to provide hands-on experience, cross-functional learning, and the opportunity to contribute to real business projects in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
Finance Support
Support the Swiss Finance Lead and Finance team with PL tracking, reporting, and monthly close activities
Assist with data gathering, reconciliations, and preparation of monthly reporting materials
Contribute to variance analysis and commentary on financial results
Help maintain reporting trackers and improve data quality
Support ad hoc finance tasks and process documentation
Cross-Functional Exposure
Rotate into other departments such as Marketing and/or Operations
Support selected team activities, routine tasks, and small projects
Collaborate with colleagues across functions to understand business priorities and workflows
Contribute to analyses, operational initiatives, or process improvements
What We Are Looking For
Currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from, a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field
Strong analytical and organizational skills
High attention to detail and willingness to learn
Good communication and teamwork skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with data analysis tools is an advantage
Fluent in English; knowledge of German and/or French is a plus
What You Will Gain
Practical experience in Finance, including reporting and performance tracking
Exposure to at least one additional business function
A better understanding of how a multinational company operates across departments
Development of cross-functional collaboration, communication, and analytical skills
The opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a global animal health business
Required Skills:
Analytical Problem Solving, Clinical Research, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Document Management, Health Economics, Office Applications, Process Improvements, Project Management, Reporting and Analysis, Technical Support, Technical Training, Workload Prioritization
Preferred Skills:
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Merck Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp Dohme LLC, Rahway, 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:
No
Travel Requirements:
No Travel Required
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Hybrid
Shift:
Not Indicated
Valid Driving License:
No
Hazardous Material(s):
N/A
Job Posting End Date:
07/28/2026*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the dayBEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the dayBEFORE the job posting end date.
Requisition ID: R408960
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