Internship Computer Science Bioinformatics Jobs in Pennsylvania

Job Description

Join our company and help build innovative software solutions that accelerate scientific discovery and improve human and animal health worldwide.-

As a Software Engineer, you will work alongside experienced engineers, scientists, and product teams to develop applications and digital solutions that support research and development. This role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals who are passionate about technology, enjoy solving complex problems, and are eager to learn new tools and approaches.-

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications that support scientific research and business operations.-
• Collaborate with software engineers, scientists, and product teams to deliver solutions that address real-world challenges.-
• Learn and apply modern technologies such as cloud platforms, AI-assisted development tools, web frameworks, and data platforms.-
• Contribute to applications built using technologies such as AWS, React, Python, Databricks, Power Platform, GitHub, and SharePoint.-
• Support the adoption of AI-enabled solutions and explore emerging technologies that can create business value.-
• Participate in code reviews, testing, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities.-
• Document solutions and share knowledge with team members.-
• Contribute to Agile product teams through planning, development, and delivery activities.-

Education Minimum Requirement

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.-

Required Experience and Skills

• Understanding of software development fundamentals, including programming, testing, debugging, and version control.-
• Curiosity, creativity, and a desire to learn new technologies.-
• Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills.-
• Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues.-

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Experience through coursework, internships, co-op programs, research projects, open-source contributions, or personal projects.
• Exposure to one or more of the following technologies: Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, React, AWS, Azure, Databricks, GitHub, or Power Platform.-
• Interest in AI, data analytics, cloud computing, or scientific computing.-
• Background or interest in life sciences, bioinformatics, computational chemistry, or related scientific disciplines.-
• Familiarity with Agile development practices.-

Required Skills

Agile Methodology, Business Value Creation, Cloud Computing, Data Engineering, Data Visualization, Design Applications, Emerging Technologies, Learning New Technologies, Software Development, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

Employee Status

Regular

Relocation

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship

No

Travel Requirements

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements

Hybrid

Shift

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Material(s)

n/a

Job Posting End Date: 08/20/2026

*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.

Salary

The salary range for this role is $87,300.00 - $137,400.00

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.--As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.- For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit:

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We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits .

You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting.