2026 Co-Op, Manufacturing Sciences and Technology, INT MST

Moderna • Norwood, MA

1d • $20 - $60 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a 5-month Spring Co-Op opportunity in Marlborough MA from July 13th-December 11th, 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. The location for this role is Moderna Norwood, MA.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

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.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including: • Vacation, sick time, and observed Company-wide holidays
• Free premium access to mindfulness classes
• Free parking, subsidized parking, or subsidized commuter passes, depending on location.
• Location-specific perks and extras!
• Free premium access to meditation and mindfulness classes
• Subsidized commuter benefits
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, holidays, volunteer days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
• Location-specific perks and extras

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern