Moderna · 1 day ago
2026 Co-Op, Process Engineering
Norwood, MA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad
$20/hr - $60/hrModerna is a leading mRNA technology company focused on changing medicine and improving patient care. They are seeking a co-op to support process engineering activities within a GMP-regulated environment, contributing to process equipment projects and continuous improvement efforts.
BiotechnologyHealthcarePharmaceuticalLife ScienceGeneticsHealth CareMedicalTherapeutics
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support execution of engineering projects for manufacturing process equipment across key lifecycle phases, including design, procurement, installation, start-up support, commissioning, validation, and qualification activities
Assist with the creation, review, and maintenance of equipment lifecycle documentation, such as specifications, drawings, turnover packages, SOP/WI inputs, and other technical records, ensuring traceability and alignment with project and quality requirements
Contribute to continuous improvement and readiness initiatives focused on improving equipment reliability, reducing events and user interventions, and strengthening process robustness
Apply structured problem-solving and data-driven approaches to support equipment and process improvements, including summarizing performance, identifying trends, and documenting outcomes
Analyze and interpret data from sources such as Maximo (CMMS), including work orders, preventive maintenance records, downtime, and event history, and support basic reliability assessments (e.g., MTBF/MTTF)
Support quality system–facing project work by assisting with documentation that interfaces with GMP quality systems, such as change controls, deviations, and CAPAs, under guidance and mentorship
Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T), Facilities, Validation, Quality, and manufacturing end users to ensure projects remain aligned, coordinated, and on schedule
Follow GxP requirements, SOPs/work instructions, good documentation practices (GDP), data integrity expectations, and required training to ensure work is inspection-ready and audit compliant
Communicate progress, findings, and recommendations clearly to peers and cross-functional stakeholders
Additional duties as may be assigned from time to time
Qualification
Required
Pursuing a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
Strong ownership, follow-through, and ability to manage time against program timelines
Basic knowledge of engineering principles and a strong interest in applying them in real-world manufacturing environments
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to support decisions and improvements
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work well in a team-oriented, cross-functional environment
A proactive approach to learning, ownership of assignments, and applying new skills
This position is site-based, requiring you to be at Moderna's site full-time. This position is not eligible for remote work
Candidates must already hold work authorization in US and be able to maintain that status without the need for future sponsorship
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
Company
Moderna
Moderna Therapeutics is a biotechnology company that specializes in vaccines and drug development.
Founded in 2010
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.56BKey Investors
Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness InnovationsAres ManagementU.S. Department of Health & Human Services
2025-12-18Grant· $54.3M
2025-11-20Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2024-07-02Grant· $176M
Leadership Team
Stephane Bancel
Founding CEO
Kenneth Chien
Co-Founder
Recent News
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