Intern, Quality Assurance

Moderna Therapeutics; Laval (administrative region); On-site; CAD 51,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site workspace

Job summary

Moderna Laval internships in Quality Assurance are full-time positions based in Laval, Canada from May to August 2027. The intern will support Quality operations and Quality Systems activities at Moderna’s cGMP facility, gaining exposure to GMP, controlled documentation, training administration, records management, and quality-system support in a regulated biopharma environment.

The role emphasizes documentation accuracy, inspection readiness, and collaboration with cross-functional teams, while

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in a science, engineering, pharmacy, quality, life-sciences, or related discipline.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work on-site at the Moderna Laval facility for the duration of the internship.

Responsibilities

• Support document control and records-management activities (scanning, filing, archiving, retrieval).
• Assist with training administration (tracking training, records, reports).
• Maintain controlled documents (SOPs, work instructions, forms, training materials) under guidance.

Skills

Microsoft Office

On-site work

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in science/engineering/pharmacy/quality/life sciences

Job description

The Role

This is a full-time internship position based in Laval, Canada from May to August 2027. Candidates must be available for the entire duration of the program. The Quality Assurance Intern will support Quality operations and Quality Systems activities at Moderna’s cGMP manufacturing facility in Laval, Canada. The internship provides practical exposure to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), controlled documentation, training administration, records management, and quality‑system support within a regulated biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment. Working with experienced Quality professionals and cross‑functional partners, the intern will help maintain accurate, organized, and inspection‑ready Quality documentation while supporting routine compliance and continuous‑improvement activities. The role is designed to provide meaningful exposure to Quality Assurance without independent Quality decision‑making or ownership of Quality record closure.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Support document control and records‑management activities, including scanning, filing, archiving, retrieval, reconciliation, and organization of GMP records in accordance with approved procedures and retention requirements.
• Assist with training administration activities, including tracking assigned training, supporting training records and reports, and following up on routine training‑compliance activities.
• Support preparation, formatting, routing, and administrative maintenance of controlled documents such as SOPs, work instructions, forms, and training materials under the direction of Quality personnel.
• Assist with periodic reviews of Quality documentation and trackers to help ensure records remain current, complete, accurate, and inspection ready.
• Support routine review and organization of electronic and paper GMP documentation for completeness and adherence to Good Documentation Practices; escalates observations to the responsible Quality team member.
• Help maintain Quality metrics, dashboards, trackers, action lists, and meeting materials used to monitor Quality‑system and operational performance.
• Participate in Quality meetings and governance forums as appropriate, including capturing actions, maintaining trackers, and supporting follow‑up activities.
• Support Quality and cross‑functional teams with data gathering, document retrieval, and preparation of information for audits, inspections, self‑inspections, and compliance walkthroughs.
• Identify and communicate potential documentation or process gaps to the responsible Quality team member and support implementation of approved improvements.
• Support continuous‑improvement initiatives focused on documentation practices, records management, training administration, digital tools, and operational efficiency.
• Partner with Quality, Manufacturing, Digital/IT, and other functions on assigned projects while maintaining GxP, data‑integrity, confidentiality, and site‑safety requirements.
• Complete all required training assignments in a timely manner and perform assigned activities in accordance with approved SOPs, work instructions, and safety requirements.
• Contribute to special projects and other Quality Assurance activities as assigned.

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

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in a science, engineering, pharmacy, quality, life‑sciences, or related discipline.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to work carefully with controlled records and follow written procedures in a regulated environment.
• Ability to work on‑site at the Moderna Laval facility for the duration of the internship program.

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

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and commitment to accurate documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in a collaborative team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments, meet timelines, and ask questions when clarification is needed.
• Interest in Quality Assurance, GMP manufacturing, Quality Systems, or the biopharmaceutical industry.
• Comfort working with data, trackers, electronic systems, and process‑improvement activities.
• A proactive, curious, and collaborative mindset with a willingness to learn in a fast‑paced environment.
• French and English communication skills are an asset for the Laval site.

Our Working Model

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. Moderna is a smoke‑free, alcohol‑free, and drug‑free work environment.

Rémunération et avantages sociaux

Chez Moderna, nous croyons que lorsque vous vous sentez au mieux de votre forme, vous pouvez donner le meilleur de vous‑même. C’est pourquoi nos avantages sociaux mondiaux et nos ressources en matière de bien‑être sont conçus pour vous soutenir—au travail, à la maison et partout entre les deux.

• Des soins de santé de premier ordre, ainsi que des programmes d’avantages volontaires adaptés à vos besoins spécifiques
• Une approche holistique du bien‑être, avec un accès à des services de remise en forme, de pleine conscience et de soutien en santé mentale
• Des avantages pour la construction familiale, y compris un soutien en matière de fertilité, d’adoption et de gestation pour autrui
• Des congés généreux, incluant les vacances, les jours fériés, les journées de bénévolat, les congés sabbatiques, les journées mondiales de ressourcement, ainsi qu'une fermeture discrétionnaire en fin d’année
• Des solutions d’épargne et d’investissement pour vous aider à planifier votre avenir
• Des avantages et extras spécifiques à chaque lieu

Pay & Benefits

La fourchette salariale pour ce poste est de $26.60 - $29.40. Cette fourchette représente le salaire de base minimal et maximal que nous prévoyons offrir pour ce poste selon notre structure de rémunération actuelle. Le salaire de base réellement offert à chaque employé est déterminé avec diligence, en tenant compte de facteurs tels que l’expérience pertinente, les compétences, les qualifications, la formation, le rendement et les besoins de l’entreprise. Nous reversons régulièrement les fourchettes salariales et la rémunération individuelle afin d’assurer notre compétitivité par rapport au marché externe et de maintenir l’équité interne, conformément aux principes de rémunération et de transparence salariale de l’entreprise. La personne retenue pourrait être admissible à une prime annuelle discrétionnaire, à d’autres formes de rémunération incitative ou à une attribution de titres de participation, sous réserve des critères d’admissibilité applicables aux régimes en vigueur et du rendement individuel. Veuillez noter que ces renseignements sont fournis à des fins de transparence et de conformité réglementaire. Ils ne constituent pas un engagement contractuel ni une garantie d’un taux de rémunération précis.

• Competitive healthcare, plus voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs
• A holistic approach to well‑being with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support
• Family building benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, bank holidays, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year‑end shutdown
• Savings and investments to help you plan for the future
• Location‑specific perks and extras

The salary range for this role is $26.60 - $29.40. This range reflects the minimum and maximum base pay we expect to pay for this position based on our current compensation structure. The actual base pay offered to each employee is determined with due diligence, taking into account factors such as relevant experience, skills, qualifications, education, performance, and business requirements. We regularly review pay ranges and individual compensation to ensure competitiveness with the external market and to maintain internal equity in alignment with our company’s compensation and pay‑transparency principles. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or an equity award, subject to applicable plan eligibility criteria and individual performance. Please note that this information is provided for transparency and compliance purposes. It does not constitute a contractual commitment or guarantee of a specific rate of pay.

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, our 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. 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.

Our Mission and Vision

At Moderna we are pioneering the development of a new class of drugs made of messenger RNA (mRNA). This novel drug platform builds on the discovery that modified mRNA can direct the body’s cellular machinery to produce nearly any protein of interest, from native proteins to antibodies and other entirely novel protein constructs that can have therapeutic activity inside and outside of cells. We have a clear mission to propel the field of mRNA science forward and deliver new medicines to patients and a unique vision for how to achieve this mission. Our Mission: To deliver on the promise of transformative messenger RNA (mRNA) science to bring new medicines to patients. Our Vision: To unlock the potential of mRNA by establishing an ecosystem of teams and partners that will work together to develop the broadest possible array of drugs, across diverse therapeutic areas and routes of administration, for serious diseases that are not treatable today.

Equal Opportunity

Moderna is committed to equal opportunity in employment 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. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. 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. Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodation or adjustments to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation or adjustment in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations and Adjustments team at [e-mail].

Third Party Staffing Agencies

Moderna does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from candidates. For the protection of all parties involved in the recruiting process, resumes will only be accepted from recruiters/agencies if a signed agreement is in place at the inception of the recruiting effort and authorized for a specified position. Unsolicited resumes sent to Moderna from recruiters/agencies do not constitute any type of relationship between the recruiter/agency and Moderna and do not obligate Moderna to pay fees if we hire from those resumes.

Reasonable Accommodation Notice

Moderna will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. Please inform the company's personnel representative by calling 617-460-9346 or emailing [e-mail] if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.