Recruiting FAQ

Q. What happens to my resume after I submit it on-line?
A. Your resume will be included in our automated candidate tracking system. If you posted an application for a specific job, your resume will be reviewed by the hiring group to determine if your background matches the requirements of the position. You will be notified by e-mail when your resume has been received. If you posted your resume but did not apply for a specific job, you should ensure that you have indicated your career interests. When a job matching your career interests is posted, you will automatically receive an alert informing you that a job matching your interests is available at Merck Frosst. You can then return to the website to apply directly on the posting. This way, you will always be informed of new opportunities matching your interests at Merck Frosst.

Q. What is the best method to submit my résumé?
A. The fastest and most effective way to be considered for employment at Merck Frosst, is to submit your resume online at www.merckfrossttalent.ca. This will allow you to view our posted jobs and submit your resume for specific opportunities searches or for future needs.

Q. How do I get to your offices for my interview?
A. Click for a Guide to Merck Frosst Facilities to Kirkland.

Q. Where do I go to find out more about your international offices?
A. Click for links to our sites around the world.

Q. How does the interview process work?
A. Once the preliminary screening process has been completed, there are generally one to two rounds of interviews. For the most part, as a first round candidate you will be interviewed by the hiring manager, several of his or her peers and, sometimes, one or more of your potential co-workers. Second round interviews generally provide you with an opportunity to meet with more senior or extended members of the team you may be joining. Interviews take the form of a dialogue where you can ask questions and learn as much about the team and Merck Frosst as we learn about you.

Q. How can I learn about what training is provided to new employees?
A. To learn about the significant training resources that may be provided to you at Merck Frosst , visit our Employee Development section.

Q. How can I learn about the benefits at Merck Frosst?
A. To find out about some of the benefits that may be available to you at Merck Frosst, visit our Discover our benefits section.

Q. How can I learn more about the Merck Frosst corporate culture?
A. For information about what it's like to work at Merck Frosst, visit our Discover our culture section.

Q. How can I find out about Merck Frosst's Work/Life philosophy?
A. To learn about Merck Frosst's award-winning Work/Life philosophy and programs, visit our Discover our worklife section.

Q. What distinguishes Merck Frosst from other employers?
A. We believe very strongly in the following key principles. First, we rally around the statement of George W. Merck, our founder who said: "Medicine is for the people, not the profits." While we are fully dedicated to providing a strong return for our shareholders, we believe the best way to accomplish this, is to develop, manufacture and market our life-saving and life-enhancing medicines. As well, as an organization, we believe that it is vital to value results and the manner in which these results were achieved. Our leadership principles help guide us in this respect, and all Merck Frosst employees are held accountable in role modeling these principles in their day-to-day work and interactions.

Q. How can I find out how Merck Frosst has performed financially in the last few years?
A. As a subsidiary of Merck & Co, information on the financial performance of Merck Frosst can be accessed by visiting the Merck & Co., Inc. Annual Reports section.