Excellent company, depends on your department - Engineering Specialist Merck Employee Review

4.0
Sep 25, 2019
Recommend
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Pros

Benefits can't be beat (401k AND pension, unlimited sick days, fixed holiday from Christmas to New years, etc). Encourage lateral movement/career development. Offer classes and seminars to widen your learning/skillset.

Cons

Either you are swamped with work, pulling 10 hour days, or you're going for weeks with nothing to do. The people you need to help you with work or career development are often busy themselves. The result is that nobody seems to care about you or their jobs. My department was very specialized and so after a few years I felt I was stagnating, not learning anything new about the bigger picture. My coworkers are not super friendly. It's really a mixed bag depending on your particular department.

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Pros

End of the year shutdown which includes paid time off

Cons

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4.0
Jun 2, 2026
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Pros

Over my tenure, I had the opportunity to work alongside highly talented and mission-driven colleagues dedicated to improving patient outcomes. The organization provided exposure to cross-functional collaboration, leadership development opportunities, and meaningful work supporting healthcare providers, patients, and community stakeholders. I appreciated the company's commitment to innovation, professional growth, and serving patients through scientific advancement.

Cons

Like many large organizations, priorities and organizational structures evolved over time, which occasionally created uncertainty and changes in responsibilities. Decision-making processes could sometimes be complex due to the size of the organization, and navigating multiple layers of stakeholders occasionally impacted speed and execution.

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