2026 Co-Op, Drug Substance

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 Drug Substance Organization at Moderna is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineering Coop to support the reliable safe and compliant operation of our mRNA manufacturing processes that produce latent vaccines rare disease and oncology therapeutics and seasonal vaccines! You will develop handson expertise with critical process equipment and help drive continuous improvement of throughput quality and equipment reliability. Youll own scoped projects endtoend with supervision and support partner with crossfunctional teams and equipment vendors and learn how cGMP manufacturing comes together at scale while interfacing directly with operations that produce life-changing therapeutics.

Heres What Youll Do

• Develop equipment & process expertise on critical unit operations (e.g. mixing skids pumps filtration modules sensors/instrumentation) associated with drug substance manufacturing across seasonal vaccine latent vaccine rare disease and oncology therapies.

• Support proactive risk management for equipment and process systems using HACCP/FMEA (maintain risk registers identify failure modes propose/track mitigations).

• Identify and deliver process improvements: analyze performance data (yield cycle time alarms OEE/SPC) build problem statements and business cases and execute improvement projects through change control with defined success metrics.

• Own endtoend delivery (with supervision): scope plan coordinate vendors/SMEs draft and execute test plans (Recipe verification IOQ as applicable) implement solutions verify benefits with before/after data and close out with a concise reportout.

• Assist with troubleshooting: participate in root cause investigations and CAPA actions; support onthefloor triage during campaigns and engineering runs as needed.

• Collaborate crossfunctionally with Manufacturing Operations Maintenance/Facilities Automation/IT MSAT/Tech Ops Quality (QA/QC) EHS Supply Chain and external manufacturing equipment vendors.

• Support tech transfer/commissioning activities (data collection protocol execution training materials) to bring improvements into routine use.

• Practice strong cGMP/EHS behaviors: Good Documentation Practices (GDP) safe work permits/LOTO awareness and adherence to plant procedures and standards.

• Communicate clearly: prepare crisp updates visuals/dashboards and formal reports with conclusions and recommended next steps; present progress in crossfunctional forums.

Heres What Youll Need (Basic Qualifications)

• Current junior or senior student pursuing a BS or MS in Mechanical Chemical Bio/Biomedical Industrial/Manufacturing Electrical/Mechatronics Engineering or a related field.

• Fundamental engineering skills for evaluating data and systems; comfort reading P&IDs and equipment manuals.

• Handson aptitude with lab or production equipment; willingness to be present on the manufacturing floor.

• Demonstrated problem solving capabilities working with some ambiguity and collaborative soft skills

• Ability to analyze data and visualize trends using Excel/Google Sheets; exposure to JMP/Minitab or Python a plus.

• Clear written and verbal communication; organized documentation and followthrough.

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

• 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 Modernas site full-time. This position is not eligible for remote work.

Heres What Youll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

• GPA of 3 on a 4 scale or equivalent

• Knowledge of basic instrumentation (flow pressure temperature) and controls/automation concepts (PLC/SCADA/DCS fundamentals).

• Experience with Lean/Six Sigma (5S standard work kaizen) basic CAD or simple scripting for data wrangling.

• 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.

Pay & Benefits

At Moderna we believe that when you feel your best you can do your best work. Thats why our co-op benefits are designed to support you during your time with us 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 holidays volunteer days and a discretionary year-end shutdown

• Location-specific perks and extras

The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus other incentive compensation or equity award subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance.

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 to learn more about our current opportunities.

Our Working Model

As we build our company we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation teamwork and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn contribute and make a meaningful impact.

Moderna is a smoke-free alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

Equal Opportunities

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a persons race color sex gender identity or expression age religion national origin ancestry or citizenship ethnicity disability military or protected veteran status genetic information sexual orientation marital or familial status or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable is a place where everyone can grow. If you meet the Basic Qualifications for the role and you would be excited to contribute to our mission every day please apply!

Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements.

Accommodations

Were focused on attracting retaining developing and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences backgrounds and ideas we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best.

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations team at .

Export Control Notice

This position may involve access to technology or data that is subject to U.S. export control laws including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such employment is contingent upon the applicants ability to access export-controlled information in accordance with U.S. law. Due to the nature of the work and regulatory requirements only individuals who qualify as U.S. persons (citizens permanent residents asylees or refugees) are eligible for this position. For this role Moderna is unable to sponsor non-U.S. persons to apply for an export control license.

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