2026 Intern, Technical Development at Moderna in Norwood, MA

Summary: Moderna is a biotechnology company focused on mRNA technology and innovative medicines. They are seeking a summer intern in Technical Development to assist in designing manufacturing processes for mRNA medicines, working closely with project teams to develop new platforms for mRNA therapeutics and vaccines. Responsibilities: - Work with a team of highly skilled experts to come up to speed quickly on technology and techniques - Use laboratory, technical and communication skills to generate experimental results, perform data analysis, and document in formal reports including conclusions and recommended next steps - Perform process scale-up, support technology transfer and provide manufacturing support at internal Moderna, and external contract manufacturing sites - Participate in planning, design, execution, analysis of experiments and formal risk assessments to establish critical process parameters, and overall process control strategies - Optimize the impact of formulation and processing conditions on the stability of mRNA drug products and process intermediates - Review and share relevant academic literature and establish new collaborations with internal research and manufacturing groups - Create scaled-down models, and high throughput experimental setups for unit operations - Characterize mRNA and lipid nanoparticles through collaboration with the analytical team - Prepare technical reports and present finding in cross-functional meetings Required Qualifications: - 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 Preferred Qualifications: - 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 Required Skills: Bioprocess development, Analytical methods, Data analysis, Experimental design, Process scale-up, Risk assessment, mRNA synthesis, Lipid nanoparticle formulation Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Benefits: 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.