Vertex Pharmaceuticals Internships

Kickstart Your Career at Vertex! Are you ready to make a real impact? At Vertex, our mission is to tackle serious diseases and to change lives, for the better, for the future. Our aim is to give you the skills, insights, and career guidance to be an important part of that future; to turn your potential into progression. As a Vertex intern or co-op, you'll work on meaningful projects, collaborate with talented teams, and learn from industry leaders. We're passionate about innovation, inclusion, and supporting your growth-inside and outside the lab. Why Vertex? * Real Projects: You'll work on assignments that make a real impact, not just busy work. * Mentorship & Networking: Connect with leaders and peers who want to see you succeed through professional networks, connections, and collaborations that will shape your longer-term career. * Flexible & Supportive: We offer flexible work options with Flex @ Vertex and prioritize your wellbeing. * Inclusive Culture: Collaboration and inclusion are embedded in everything we do. * Career Launchpad: Build skills, explore career paths, and get guidance for your future career. Ready to apply? Submit your application and let's turn possibilities into reality! Your Impact The Vertex Comparative Medicine Co-Op program is a 6-month experiential training program for students currently working towards undergraduate or associate's degree in Biological science, or other related fields. If you are passionate, collaborative, and growth-minded, a co-op at Vertex will help you gain meaningful experience in our comparative medicine functional areas and serve as a launchpad for your career. Please note that Vertex reviews applications on a rolling basis and reserves the right to close this job posting prior to the listed deadline. Important Notice Regarding Internship and Co-op Inquiries At Vertex Pharmaceuticals, we are committed to providing a fair and structured recruitment process for all students interested in internship and co-op opportunities. To ensure consistency and equity, all student applications must go through our Early Talent Acquisition Team. Due to the high volume of interest, we are unable to respond to individual solicitation. Direct solicitation to Vertex employees- including senior leaders via email will result in removal from the recruiting process. We appreciate your enthusiasm and interest in Vertex. To be considered for internship or co-op roles, please apply directly through our official application channels. (********************************************************************* Thank you for respecting our process and helping us maintain a fair experience for all candidates. What you will be doing: The Vertex Comparative Medicine department is seeking an energetic, results-oriented individual interested in a career in Laboratory Animal Medicine to complete a summer internship in our 27,000 sq. ft., AAALAC-accredited vivarium. The state-of-the-art, rodent-only vivarium is in Vertex's flagship R&D site in Boston's Seaport district and supports early-stage R&D studies to help Vertex achieve its mission of developing transformative medicines for patients with serious and life-threatening diseases. Animal health and wellbeing is considered essential to scientific rigor and data integrity in our facility. The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in laboratory animal medicine in the biopharmaceutical industry. Some familiarity with the use of animal models in biomedical research and the anatomy, physiology, and behavior of laboratory rodent species is preferred. The co-op will take place In Spring 2026 and will be under the direct supervision of the Comparative Medicine Vivarium Operations Manager. Vertex has expanded into new cutting-edge treatment modalities over the past two years, and consequently, the Animal Care & Use Program has grown significantly to accommodate a variety of new animal disease models in addition to the traditional use of animal models to evaluate the safety and efficacy of novel therapeutics. With the rapidly expanding variety of animal models and increased number of personnel working in the vivarium, we would like to refine elements of our vivarium operational program for animal research subjects. The goal of the refresh is to enhance operational efficiency and consistency in our workflows, provide evidence-based metrics on animal health and welfare to stakeholders, and ensure seamless communication with scientists and study directors, while maintaining the Vertex Comparative Medicine tradition of compliance and attention to animal welfare. Objectives: 1. Lead studies validating operational, sanitization, enrichment, and sustainability protocols to standardize the macro- and microenvironment, contributing to research reproducibility, meeting regulatory requirements, and animal well-being 2. Provide microenvironmental, behavioral, and operational data to support site operating practices; maintain the vivarium in a regulatory ready state and for scale through VX-2030 including poster presentation to in vivo stakeholders 3. Depending on candidate experience and as needs within the vivarium arise, contribute to the following under SME mentorship: a. Research model development, b. Culture of care, c. 3R's initiatives, d. Genetically engineered mouse model (GEMM's) data collection and integration What you will need to succeed: * Enrolled in an undergraduate or associate's program in Biological sciences, or another related field * 6-12 months of experience in laboratory animal research and/or teaching setting preferred. Familiarity with basic laboratory rodent techniques, anatomy, and behavior is preferred. · An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above. * Certification/Licensure: AALAS technical certification (ALAT, LAT, LATG) or Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification are useful but not essential; students working towards the requirements to achieve a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) degree will also be considered. * Other: A proven track record of collaborative work practices and strong oral and written communication skills, and a familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, is strongly desired. * 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 Program Details: * Full-time, paid co-op $20.00 - 32.00 USD/hour * Program Dates: January - June 2026 At Vertex, we believe that when you feel your best, you can perform at your best. That's why our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support you. * Free 24/7 onsite gym access and free access to group exercise classes * Subsidized commuter benefits- transit and parking * Provided meals-free breakfast daily! * Career development opportunities and events, including C Suite engagement * Social events-both intern-only and company-wide * Location-specific perks and extras! * Recognition of National Intern Day Our Ways of Working Flex Designation: On-Site Eligible On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility. Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex's Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time. Equal Opportunities Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Accessibility & Accommodations We're 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. Vertex 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 make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com 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 applicant's 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, Vertex is unable to sponsor non-U.S. persons to apply for an export control license. This job posting is for a temporary role with a third-party agency partner that provides services to Vertex. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of that third-party agency; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by the third-party agency upon offer. Pay Range: $0 - $0 Disclosure Statement: The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law. At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more. Company Information Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation. Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. 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 make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com