Job Description

Accounting Intern

Jan, 1 2026 – June, 30 2026 (Dubai)

Our company will kick start your career journey within the Pharmaceutical industry. We will empower you to Invent for Life. You will be part of a diverse and inclusive, multi-skilled team of highly motivated individuals. We keep the patient at the very heart of all that we do and strive to find solutions and treatments for some of the world’s most challenging healthcare needs.

Are you passionate for accounting and proficiency in Microsoft Office? Join our company as an Accounting Intern and be part of a team that is at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience and contribute to our mission of saving and improving lives around the world.

What are the benefits for you as an Intern?

Being an intern at our company means you will get the opportunity to develop yourself within one of the worlds leading healthcare companies:

• Gain hands on experience within the pharmaceutical industry
• Ability to grow your potential and be part of a diverse team of employees
• Work within a challenging and dynamic work environment
• Gain strong analytical and problem solving skills

Your responsibilities

• Assist with daily accounting tasks and financial reporting
• Prepare and analyze financial statements
• Support the accounting team in maintaining accurate records
• Utilize Microsoft Office tools, including Excel and PowerPoint, for various accounting functions
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations

Your profile

• Fluency in English
• Ability to work 30-40 hours per week
• Graduating in Q3 2026 or later
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint
• Clear understanding of basic accounting concepts
• Preferred: Previous internship or work experience in accounting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

What we offer?

• Hybrid work format
• Buddy and mentor support during your journey
• Learning opportunities.

Required Skills:

Ability to Work Under Pressure, Ability to Work Under Pressure, Accountability, Accounting, Clinical Research, Cloud Data Catalog, Collaborative Communications, Communication, Cross-Cultural Teams, Data Analysis, Database Management, Data Science, Data Security, Data Visualization, Data Wrangling, Day to Day Accounting, Detail-Oriented, Event Planning, FAS 133, Financial Statements, Healthcare Innovation, Key Performance Indicators (KPI), Leadership, Microsoft Office Accounting, Pharmaceutical Management {+ 5 more}

Preferred Skills:

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Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully
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:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

Job Posting End Date:

10/23/2025

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Requisition ID:R369500