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Student Placement - IT Developer Analyst

Closed (6 Oct 2025)
Industrial Placement / Placement Year
IT
Paid
Year groups

2nd Year

Deadline

6 Oct 2025

Field

IT

Overview

The MSD IT Developer Analyst Industrial Placement is a 12-month program designed for university students to gain practical experience in IT within a global pharmaceutical company. Students will contribute to real projects, developing technical skills and understanding the application of IT in a business context. This programme helps bridge the gap between academic study and professional work.

About the employer

Founded in 1891, the company researches and develops treatments for diseases, and its work spans various therapeutic areas.

Application timeline

Opens: 27 Sep 2025; Closes: 06 Oct 2025

Structure & format

The program is a full-time, 12-month industrial placement, typically running from September of one year to September of the next. It is an in-person role, likely based at one of MSD's UK offices, though specific location can vary.

Pay & benefits

Industrial placements at MSD are typically paid. Specific salary details are usually disclosed during the application process or upon offer.

Eligibility

This placement is generally open to university students currently in their second year of a relevant undergraduate degree (e.g., Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology) who are able to complete a 12-month industrial placement as part of their degree program. Applicants typically need to have the right to work in the UK.

Application process

The application process usually involves an online application form, often with a CV submission and possibly a cover letter. This may be followed by online assessments (aptitude tests), video interviews, and potentially an assessment centre or final interview stage.

Competitiveness & scale

MSD is a large, global pharmaceutical company, and industrial placements are highly sought after. Competition is generally high, with numerous applicants for a limited number of positions per year.

Why this matters

Completing an industrial placement at MSD provides valuable, hands-on experience in a leading global pharmaceutical company, enhancing a student's CV with practical IT development and analysis skills in a regulated industry, making them highly competitive for future graduate roles.

Heads up

Dates can shift each year. Always confirm the live deadline on the provider's own page before you apply.