2026 Intern, Communications

The Role:

Joining Moderna offers the unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering team thats revolutionizing medicine through mRNA technology with a diverse pipeline of development programs across various diseases.

As an employee youll be part of a continually growing organization working alongside exceptional colleagues and strategic partners worldwide contributing to global health initiatives.

Modernas commitment to advancing the technological frontier of mRNA medicines ensures a challenging and rewarding career experience with the potential to make a significant impact on patients lives worldwide.

Moderna is expanding its impact across Canada anchoring in TorontoCanadas largest city known for its vibrant biotech innovationand in Laval where our strategic partnership with the Canadian Government is revolutionizing pandemic preparedness and response capabilities. Our offices in Toronto focus on commercial operations bringing our innovative mRNA products to the Canadian market while in Laval our upcoming state-of-the-art mRNA vaccine manufacturing facility will be a cornerstone in ensuring rapid access to vaccines highlighting our commitment to local talent development and collaborative research. By joining our team you will be at the forefront of transforming medicine and building a resilient future in biotech and healthcare innovation contributing to Canadas leadership in global health.

This 12- to 14-week internship offers a hands-on opportunity to join Modernas Canadian Communications team and work alongside strategic partners on high-impact initiatives that strengthen our corporate reputation and stakeholder trust in mRNA technology. Based in Toronto with a hybrid expectation of at least 70% in-office work this role provides immersive exposure to internal and external communications within one of the most innovative biotech companies in the world. Youll help deliver clear strategic messaging that drives engagement across employees government partners and the public gaining first-hand experience in media relations content creation employee engagement and more. The internship is expected to begin in May 2026. If youre energized by storytelling mission-driven science and collaborative work this internship is an ideal launchpad for your career.

Heres What Youll Do:

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Supporting the delivery of internal communications initiatives such as town halls intranet updates and cultural engagement activities across Modernas Toronto and Laval sites.

• Assisting in the design and deployment of employee programs like Volunteer Week and Lunch & Learns.

• Drafting content for Modernas corporate social media channels and contributing to media monitoring reports.

• Shadowing and supporting on media relations activities including preparing briefing materials participating in agency meetings and assisting with press release development.

• Supporting the Government Affairs team with internal messaging coordination and stakeholder engagement materials.

Your responsibilities will also include:

• Maintaining and organizing internal communications resources such as digital assets content repositories and media lists.

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure communications initiatives align with broader business objectives.

• Helping coordinate thought leadership activities involving senior leadership.

• Participating in team meetings and strategic planning sessions.

• Taking on other communications-related duties as assigned to support team priorities.

The key Moderna Mindsets youll need to succeed in the role:

• We obsess over learning. We dont have to be the smartest we have to learn the fastest.
  As a communications intern you will be immersed in a fast-paced environment where learning agility is essential. Youll encounter evolving media narratives cross-functional priorities and real-time feedback all of which will challenge you to absorb information quickly and adapt your communication approach.

• We digitize everywhere possible using the power of code to maximize our impact on patients.
  From managing digital assets to engaging stakeholders on social media platforms you will have opportunities to see how Moderna leverages digital tools to tell compelling stories enhance collaboration and ensure communications are as impactful and scalable as our science.

Heres What Youll Need (Basic Qualifications):

• Current enrollment in 3rd or 4th year of an undergraduate program or in a graduate certificate or Masters program related to Media and Communications Public Relations or a closely related field.

Heres What Youll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications):

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to create engaging content tailored for different audiences.

• Proactive self-starter mindset with the proven ability to learn quickly work independently and take ownership of tasks.

• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.

• High attention to detail ensuring accuracy and consistency in communication materials and project execution.

• Enthusiasm for media strategy and digital communication trends with hands-on experience managing content creation a plus.

• Interest in corporate communications within the healthcare sector with a desire to learn about the healthcare industry and Modernas innovative mRNA technology.

• Experience collaborating in team environments demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency with digital tools and platforms including Microsoft 365 (Word PowerPoint) collaboration tools (Teams); experience managing social channels and intranet systems a plus

• Fluency in French a plus

• 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 global benefits and well-being resources are designed to support youat work at home and everywhere in between.

• Best-in-class healthcare plus voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs

• A holistic approach to well-being with access to fitness mindfulness and mental health support

• Family building benefits including fertility adoption and surrogacy support

• Generous paid time off including vacation bank holidays volunteer days sabbatical global recharge days and a discretionary year-end shutdown

• Savingsandinvestments to help you plan for the future

• Location-specific perks and extras

The benefits offered may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Moderna and the country where you work.

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010 we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform theinfrastructure 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 peopleare the driving force behind our scientific progress and our 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.

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.

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.

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

Moderna 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 committed to equal opportunity in employment 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 law. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements.

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 accommodation or adjustments to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation or adjustment 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 and Adjustments team at .

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