2026 Co-Op, Manufacturing Sciences & Technology

The Role

This is a 5-month Spring Co-Op opportunity in Norwood, MA from January 20, 2026 – June 26, 2026. Applicants must be available for the entire duration of the internship. Start date will be January 20, 2026.

The Co-op, Manufacturing Sciences and Technology (MS&T) will support the production for Moderna’s mRNA platform in cGMP Manufacturing. This role involves collaborating with MS&T, Process Development, Manufacturing, Regulatory, and Quality teams to facilitate technology transfer and provide technical operations support under supervision. The co-op will apply basic engineering principles to assist in enhancing manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with cGMP standards, and supporting operational excellence. The location for this role is Moderna Norwood, MA.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Participate in cross-functional troubleshooting and suggest operational improvements in manufacturing settings under supervision.

• Contribute to the resolution of technical deviations and process improvements with data-driven root cause analyses, CAPAs, and change controls under the guidance of more senior engineers.

• Participate in the analysis of manufacturing performance through data review and help maintain data repositories.

Here’s What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications)

• Current student enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters program in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biomolecular Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Biophysics, Biostatistics, Biotechnology, Mathematics, Molecular Biology, Pharmaceutical Science, Statistics, or a related field

• Strong fundamental scientific and engineering skills for the evaluation of experimental data

• Laboratory skills applicable to bioprocess development and analytical methods

• At Moderna, we are focused on delivering on our mission by enabling talent to thrive. For this role, we are currently unable to offer immigration sponsorship. Candidates must already hold work authorization in US and be able to maintain that status without the need for future sponsorship.

• This position is site-based, requiring you to be at Moderna’s site full-time. This position is not eligible for remote work.

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

• GPA of 3.5 on a 4 scale or equivalent

• Demonstrated ability to work both independently as well as the ability to contribute to high performing teams.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative.

At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work.  That’s why our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

• Free premium access to meditation and mindfulness classes
• Subsidized commuter benefits
• Generous paid time off, including:
  •    Vacation, sick time and holidays
  •    Volunteer time to participate within your community
  •    Discretionary year-end shutdown
• Location-specific perks and extras!

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.  

By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities. 

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S. 

If you want to make a difference and join a team that is changing the future of medicine, we invite you to visit modernatx.com/careers to learn more about our current opportunities. 

Our Working Model 

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