Data Science and AI - Internship - Curious Talent

优缺点分析

角色解读

• This internship can lead to a full-time data science or AI role within Merck, given strong performance.
• You will build practical experience with cutting-edge AI tools like LLMs, opening doors to specialized AI engineering positions.
• Exposure to a global healthcare company provides valuable industry connections and insights into how AI is transforming medicine.
• You will contribute to data science and AI projects within Merck's Healthcare division, applying your knowledge of Python and programming.
• You will utilize AI coding assistants to improve coding efficiency and explore applications of large language models.
• You will collaborate with a diverse team of scientists and AI specialists, supporting innovation in therapeutic areas like oncology and neurology.
• Strong command of English (C1 level) for effective communication in a global team.
• Proficiency in Python and programming fundamentals - essential for data analysis and AI development.
• Knowledge of data science and AI concepts, including hands-on experience with large language models and AI coding assistants.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn, as the internship focuses on exploring new technologies.

申请策略

• Tailor your application to highlight your interest in healthcare applications of AI, as Merck values that vision.
• Look for opportunities to demonstrate your curiosity, such as describing projects where you explored new technologies independently.
• Emphasize your Python programming skills and any data science/AI projects you've completed, including coursework or personal projects.
• Highlight your experience with large language models or AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot) to show practical knowledge.
• Showcase your English proficiency, especially if you have studied or worked in an English-speaking environment.
• Include any relevant internships or research that demonstrate your ability to work independently and collaborate in teams.
• If you're not familiar with large language models, learn how to use them via APIs (e.g., OpenAI) and understand prompt engineering basics.
• Strengthen your Python skills by practicing data manipulation with Pandas and building simple AI models.

面试指南

• For technical questions, use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure your answer and focus on the impact.
• For motivation questions, tie your personal goals to Merck's mission and explain how your skills align.
• For AI-specific questions, mention your familiarity with tools and share examples of how you've applied them.
• Explain how you would use a large language model to solve a specific problem.
• Describe a project where you applied data science techniques. What was your approach?
• How do you stay updated with the latest AI trends and technologies?
• Why are you interested in working at Merck, specifically in healthcare AI?
• Describe your experience with Python. What libraries have you used for data analysis?