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About Pfizer Malaysia

Pfizer Malaysia, a subsidiary of the American multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology corporation Pfizer Inc., is dedicated to developing breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Established in 1964 as Pfizer Agricare, the company began its operations in Malaysia as a branch office from Singapore.

Your role

In support of the IPEF Supply chain initiative, Pfizer’s Global Supply (PGS) offers summer STEM internships that cross over all facets of the business. The Global Supply Chain organization team is responsible for managing the supply and demand of a robust portfolio and it is supported by various departments and teams including operations, engineering, quality, and logistics. Their IPEF summer interns will work in conjunction with these areas on challenging assignments and projects that will stimulate creative problem-solving and collaborative leadership while contributing to the overall goal of bringing quality life-saving medicines to patients around the world. Individuals selected for these roles will join their teams in the following locations: Memphis, TN, Pleasant Prairie, WI, Peapack, NJ, Collegeville, PA, Lake Forest, IL. Memphis, TN, Andover, MA, and New York, NY.

Training & development 

Pfizer provides a comprehensive training and development program for their interns. It’s not just about the work they do, but also about their growth and development in the company. Here are some key points:

• Pfizer’s Summer Growth Experience Program is designed to create a meaningful internship experience for early talent interested in pursuing a career in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Interns get to work on real, impactful initiatives while building relationships and learning about Pfizer.
• Interns will be evaluated against predetermined objectives and provided with valuable feedback that can help them further develop their skills and competencies.
• In most cases, interns will have direct accountability for a project and are included in their team’s regular activities, including team meetings, design sessions, and team-building activities.
• Pfizer also offers experiential development opportunities, such as job rotation assignments, experiential action projects, and short-term project roles.

Benefits

Interning at Pfizer Malaysia offers a range of benefits. Here are some of them:

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits: Pfizer offers competitive compensation and benefits based on a variety of factors including prior experience, geographic location, and talent pool availability.
• Health and Wellness Programs: Depending on the customs and laws of a specific country, Pfizer offers colleagues health and wellness programs that help them maintain and promote optimum health and wellness. These programs can include health and disability insurance, preventative health programs, medical screening, free or reduced-cost vaccinations, discounts on Pfizer products, and nutrition and fitness counseling.
• Volunteerism and Community Engagement: Pfizer Malaysia encourages employees to engage in volunteerism and community service. They have initiatives like the Pfizer Gives Back program, where employees volunteer their time to help underprivileged members of the community.
• Skill Development and Teamwork: Interning at Pfizer Malaysia not only provides a platform for interns to take calculated risks and deliver on their commitments but also cultivates a culture of trust and respect. Interns can enhance their teamwork, communication, precise planning, and execution skills.
• Sports and Recreation: Pfizer Malaysia has its own Sports Club which encourages employee engagement through various sporting activities after work such as badminton, bowling, and futsal.

Career progression

Although does not specify the career path offered to participants after completing this program, in general, Pfizer offers Internal Advancement where you may freely explore and apply for positions within Pfizer as all positions are posted on the Pfizer job page.

Work-life balance

At the Kuala Lumpur Office, the regular working hours are from 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Friday (45 hours per week). Meanwhile, in general, most employees state that the company has a good portion of the working-life balance.

Company culture

When it comes to acting morally and professionally so that the firm can satisfy the requirements of patients and society, Pfizer upholds high standards of integrity in everything it does to achieve its goals. As the organization has a beneficial impact on the lives of patients and global health, all associates are required to live by values (Courage, Excellence, Equity, Joy) and accept responsibility for compliance. Meanwhile, if we refer to its employees' reviews online, most of them say the company has a fast-paced working rhythm that makes work more challenging. Seniors are mostly friendly and supportive and have good teamwork among colleagues.

 

 

 

 

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About you

To apply for this role, you need to have the following qualifications:

• Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, Biomedical Engineering), Life Sciences (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology) or Supply Chain/ Business Administration
  • Strong academic performance
  • Strong team skills with demonstrated leadership ability
  • Passion for learning and pursuing a career in the healthcare industry 
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and proven track record of teamwork, adaptability, innovation, and initiative
  • Ability to work in a high-paced team environment
• Preferred Qualifications
  • Supply chain, engineering background
  • Previous work, internship, or co-op experience preferred
• Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• pfizer.com/about/careers/working-here/compensation-and-benefits
• pfizer.com/sites/default/files/investors/financial_reports/annual_reports/2019/our-purpose/our-values-and-culture/index.html
• pfizer.com/en/about/careers/pfizer-summer-growth-experience
• humanresourcesonline.net/case-study-why-pfizer-malaysias-158-employees-volunteered-their-time
• glassdoor.com/Reviews/Pfizer-Malaysia-Reviews-EI_IE525.0,6_IL.7,15_IN170.htm?filter.iso3Language=eng