2025 Co-Op, INT Facilities & Engineering
ModernaTX, Inc.

Job Info

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The Role

This is a spring Co-Op opportunity in Marlborough, MA from January 21, 2025 - June 20th, 2025. Applicants must be available for the entire duration of the Co-Op. Start date will be January 21, 2025.

In this role, you will be responsible for supporting Process Engineering team members in the operability and reliability of cGMP manufacturing process equipment located at the Moderna manufacturing facility in Marlborough, MA. Applicants should enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic, and innovative environment.

Here's What You'll Do

• Assist the Process Engineering team to ensure the process operations and process equipment meet safety, compliance, and business requirements on a day-to-day basis.
  
• Assist the Process Engineering team to troubleshoot equipment to determine root cause of failure modes, implement Corrective/Preventative Actions and any associated change controls, and provide input on preventative maintenance plans.
  
• Assist the Process Engineering team with continuous improvement efforts.
  
• Help to provide engineering support for process equipment procurement and start-up at Moderna's Marlborough manufacturing facility (Incubators, Centrifuges, Ultrafiltration, Chromatography, TFF, Manual & Robotic Filling Lines, Visual Inspection Machines, Label/Pack Lines, Buffer Prep Vessels, etc.).
  
• Participate on project teams throughout all phases of engineering projects related to process equipment, including development of user requirements, conceptual design, detailed design, equipment procurement, construction, installation, start up, commissioning, validation, and qualification.
  
• Review design documentation from conceptual through detailed design, including Engineering Turnover Packages, specifications, component lists, operating manuals, and drawings for cGMP process and utility equipment.
  
• Collaborate with cross functional team members across multiple disciplines such as EH&S, Facilities, Metrology, Digital, MS&T, Manufacturing, and Quality.
  
• Follow all relevant GxP regulations, SOPs, guidelines, and company policies to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal requirements.
  
• Complete training in assigned required learning plan according to the defined timing and the prescribed requalification cadence.
  

Here's What You'll Need (Minimum Qualifications)

• Current student enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters program in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or any other life science related technical field.
  
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  
• Strong attention to detail.
  
• Ability to follow clear written/verbal instructions and with appropriate supervision, follow procedures for working in a regulated clean room environment.
  

Here's What You'll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

• GPA of 3.5 on a 4 scale or equivalent
  
• Ability and interest to gown and work in clean room locations in order to observe Process Operations and Manufacturing Equipment (i.e., chromatography skids, filtration skids, robotic equipment, and isolators).
  
• Aptitude for working with cross-functional team members from other disciplines such as EH&S, Tech Development, Metrology, Manufacturing, Quality, outside vendors, etc.
  
• 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.
  

Moderna is pleased to provide you with an innovative suite of benefits, including:

• Free premium access to meditation and mindfulness classes
• Free parking or subsidized commuter passes
• Generous paid time off, including:
  • Vacation, sick time and holidays
  • Volunteer time to participate within your community
  • Discretionary year-end shutdown
• Location-specific perks and extras!

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.

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 modernatx.com/careers 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 proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

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

Belonging, Inclusion, and Diversity are critical to the success of our company and our impact on society. We're focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees and believe that by cultivating diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we can provide an environment where every employee is able to 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 the Accommodations team at leavesandaccommodations@modernatx.com. (EEO/AAP Employer)

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