2026 Intern, R&D Quality
Moderna
Full-time
Remote friendly (Cambridge, MA)
United States
$20 - $60 USD yearly
Operations
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Role Summary
2026 Intern, R&D Quality. Moderna’s Research & Development Quality (RDQ) team offers a hands-on internship exposing you to quality principles across GxPs and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced biotech environment. Projects will be scoped based on business priorities at the time of hire. The program runs June 1 – August 14, 2025, and requires full-time availability for the duration.
Responsibilities
- Support elements of the internal and external audit lifecycle (planning, logistics, document preparation, follow-up tracking)
- Contribute to inspection readiness activities and quality system improvements
- Help organize and maintain quality documentation, trackers, and dashboards/metrics
- Assist with quarterly newsletter and periodic updates for RDQ stakeholders
- Partner with study teams and quality representatives on routine quality support
- Learn and apply fundamentals of quality management systems (e.g., Veeva Vault) and good documentation practices
Qualifications
- Student working towards a bachelor’s degree in a science-focused program (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy) or similar
- At least 3 years of study in one of the above scientific fields preferred
- Basic familiarity with pharmaceutical regulations (GCP, GVP, GLP, CSV) is a strong plus
- Strong organization and time-management skills; ability to handle multiple priorities
- Clear written and verbal communication; collaborative mindset and willingness to seek feedback
- Comfort working in dynamic settings and using digital tools/quality systems (training provided)
- Work authorization in the US without the need for future sponsorship
Skills
- Foundations of R&D Quality across multiple GxPs and how quality enables clinical, non-clinical, and pharmacovigilance activities
- Practical understanding of audits/inspections and continuous improvement workflows
- Ability to operate in a matrixed, highly collaborative environment
- Professional skills: prioritization, communication, stakeholder management, and problem solving
Education
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a science-focused program (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy) or similar
Additional Requirements
- Note: Role requires ability to work full-time for the duration of the internship and may involve considerations related to immigration sponsorship.