Vertex Spring 2026 Co-op, Corporate Communications Scientific Writing

Role Summary

Vertex Spring 2026 Co-op, Corporate Communications Scientific Writing

Responsibilities

• Writing and production of pipeline-related content for our employee intranet by researching, writing and packaging articles, patient and employee stories and multimedia content.
• Supporting disease affinity recognition throughout the year by writing internal and external content to educate our audiences and raise awareness for a given disease area
• Supporting the team and business partners by helping create and execute on communications plans for pipeline announcements and content campaigns (such as launching a video series)
• Supporting pipeline social media content channels with copy for disease recognition and pipeline-related conferences
• Compile metrics from communications campaigns and provide insight to help guide creation of strategy and planning for future initiatives.
• Provide support for ongoing communications initiatives and ad hoc projects, as needed

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in a Scientific Field, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or another related field
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment with multiple, competing priorities
• Understanding of the scientific method and scientific concepts
• Prior internship experience in the medical/pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry, or in communications
• Ability to deliver results with limited direction and guidance on tight deadlines -- a self-starter
• Highly motivated and energetic
• Strong work ethic and tenacity
• Legal authorization to work in the United States, now and in the future. Please note that Vertex does not provide sponsorship for internships or entry level roles within this part of the organization.
• You must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before June 2026
• You must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from January – June 2026

Education

• Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in a Scientific Field, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or another related field