2026 Co-Op, Manufacturing Sciences & Technology

Role Summary

A 5-month Spring Co-Op in Norwood, MA, from January 20, 2026 to June 26, 2026. Applicants must be available for the entire duration of the internship. 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. Location: Moderna Norwood, MA.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• Required: Current student enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's 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.
• Required: Strong fundamental scientific and engineering skills for the evaluation of experimental data.
• Required: Laboratory skills applicable to bioprocess development and analytical methods.
• Required: This position requires US work authorization with no future sponsorship; Moderna cannot sponsor for this role.
• Required: This position is site-based, requiring you to be at Moderna’s site full-time.
• Preferred: GPA of 3.5 on a 4 scale or equivalent.
• Preferred: Demonstrated ability to work both independently as well as the ability to contribute to high performing teams.
• Preferred: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Preferred: A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative.