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Merck & Co.

Regulatory Affairs Intern

ARE - Dubai - Falak Building

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Seniority
Internship
Country
AE
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
21 Oct 2026

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Job Description

Regulatory Affairs Intern opportunity is open UAE Nationals

  • Duration: 4-8 Weeks
  • Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Our company is committed to developing local talent and supporting the next generation of healthcare professionals in the UAE. As a Regulatory Affairs Intern, you will gain valuable exposure to the pharmaceutical industry and learn how innovative medicines are registered, maintained, and made available to patients in compliance with local regulations.

You will be part of a diverse and inclusive team, working alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about improving and saving lives.

What are the benefits for you as an Intern?

Being an intern at our company means gaining hands-on experience within a leading global healthcare company, learning about the pharmaceutical industry and Regulatory Affairs, and developing valuable professional skills while working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment.

Your Responsibilities

  • Support the preparation and organization of regulatory documentation.
  • Assist with regulatory database and system updates.
  • Contribute to lifecycle management activities for registered products.
  • Support administrative and operational tasks within the Regulatory Affairs team.

Your Profile

  • UAE National (Emirati) with a valid Family Book.
  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Medicine, or a related field.
  • Graduating in Q2 of 2027 or later
  • Fluent in English & Arabic.
  • Available for a full- or part-time internship of 4-8 weeks.
  • Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.

What We Offer

  • Monthly internship stipend.
  • Hybrid working environment.
  • Buddy and mentor support throughout the internship.
  • Practical learning and development opportunities.
  • Exposure to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Our company proudly supports Emiratization initiatives and encourages talented UAE Nationals to apply.

Additional location(s) Compensation Information:

Required Skills:

Life Science, Pharmaceutical Industry, Pharmaceutical Process Development, Pharmaceutics, Product Registrations, Regulatory Affairs Management, Regulatory Submissions

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.

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Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

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Job Posting End Date:

12/31/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

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