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Vertex Pharmaceuticals · 2 weeks ago

Vertex Summer 2026 Intern, Process Chemistry

Boston, MA

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$20/hr - $27/hr

Start in 2026 Spring

Vertex Pharmaceuticals is a global biotechnology company focused on tackling serious diseases and changing lives. They are seeking a Process Chemistry Intern to gain hands-on experience in Drug Substance Development, applying synthetic organic chemistry principles in the development of processes for Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients.

BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceutical

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Work closely with an experienced process chemist to learn the fundamental knowledge and laboratory techniques on process development and optimization, synthesis and characterization of small molecule organic compounds, developing analytical thinking and problem-solving skills

Maintains a well-written and organized notebook

Involves in group discussion, present work and communicate with other team members

Qualification

Synthetic Organic ChemistryProcess ChemistryLaboratory ExperienceAnalytical ThinkingCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Required

Must be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in chemistry

Undergraduate student with completion of a minimum of one year of university studies

Completed college coursework for General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry and associated laboratory work

Excellent communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills

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 August 2026

You must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from May – August 2026