2027 Intern, Data Management

Moderna Therapeutics; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free premium access to meditation and

Subsidized commuter benefits

Generous paid time off, includingvac/…

Job summary

Moderna Therapeutics in Cambridge, MA is offering an in‑person Data Management Internship from January 19, 2027 to June 25, 2027. You will support Data Management Leads across the clinical study lifecycle in a regulated biopharmaceutical environment, gaining hands-on experience in data review, testing, reconciliation, and study coordination.

You will also explore how digital and Generative AI tools can enhance productivity while ensuring data integrity and compliance in a regulated setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in life sciences, health sciences, data sciences, or related analytical field.
• Candidates must already hold work authorization in the US and be able to maintain status without future sponsorship.
• GPA of 3.3 (on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent academic achievement.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance.
• Interest in clinical study environment under Good Clinical Practices.

Responsibilities

• Partner with experienced Data Management Leads to learn and apply GxP regulations to clinical data collection.
• Provide operational support to Data Management Leads throughout the clinical study lifecycle.
• Perform hands-on clinical data review to identify inconsistencies and errors and conduct trend analysis to support data quality.
• Support documentation, testing, reconciliation, quality control, and study coordination activities.
• Adhere to GDP and Data Integrity requirements to maintain inspection-ready records.
• Help enable Data Management Leads to focus on study strategy, risk management, vendor oversight, and milestones.
• Complete all required training assignments in a timely manner.
• Contribute to special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Quality & compliance

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in life sciences/health sciences/data sciences

GPA 3.3 (4.0 scale)

Job description

The Role Joining Moderna means advancing mRNA science to transform medicine. Work with exceptional global teams on a broad pipeline and build a career that makes a real difference for patients. Moderna is strengthening its presence in Cambridge, Massachusetts, home to our global headquarters and a center of mRNA innovation. Working closely with leading universities and research institutions, our Cambridge team advances groundbreaking science that shapes the future of medicine. We welcome talent driven by innovation and committed to improving global health. This is an individual-contributor intern opportunity based at Moderna’s Binney Street location in Cambridge, Massachusetts, from January 19, 2027 – June 25, 2027. Applicants must be available for the full duration of the intern term. You will gain meaningful, hands‑on experience supporting Data Management Leads across the clinical study lifecycle in a regulated biopharmaceutical environment. Working closely with experienced DMLs, you will contribute directly to the quality, integrity, and operational execution of clinical data through data review, documentation, testing, reconciliation, quality control, and study coordination activities. Your work will help create additional capacity for Data Management Leads to focus on study strategy, risk management, vendor oversight, cross-functional decision-making, and delivery of key study milestones. Alongside your core Data Management responsibilities, you will have opportunities to learn how emerging digital and Generative AI tools can support efficient ways of working in a highly regulated environment, while maintaining appropriate quality, data integrity, and compliance standards.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Partner with experienced Data Management Leads to learn and apply GxP regulations to clinical data collection.
• Provide operational support to Data Management Leads throughout the clinical study lifecycle.
• Perform hands‑on clinical data review to identify inconsistencies and errors and conduct trend analysis to support data quality.
• Support documentation, testing, reconciliation, quality control, and study coordination activities.
• Adhere to Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and Data Integrity requirements to maintain accurate, complete, and inspection‑ready records.
• Help enable Data Management Leads to dedicate greater capacity to study strategy, risk management, vendor oversight, cross‑functional decision‑making, and achievement of key study milestones.
• Complete all required training assignments in a timely manner.
• Contribute to special projects and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned.
• Build practical experience working within a regulated biopharmaceutical environment and contribute to ongoing clinical and operational initiatives.
• Gain exposure to opportunities for responsible use of digital and Generative AI tools to enhance productivity, learning, and operational workflows within appropriate regulated processes.

The key Moderna Mindsets you’ll need to succeed in the role:

“We obsess over learning. We don’t have to be the smartest we have to learn the fastest.” “We behave like owners. The solutions we’re building go beyond any job description.”

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

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in life sciences, health sciences, data sciences, or related analytical field. 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.

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

• GPA of 3.3 (on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent academic achievement.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance.
• Interest in working within clinical study environment under Good Clinical Practices.
• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative.

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. This70% in‑office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Joinus in shapinga 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.

Pay & Benefits

At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work. That’s why our co‑op benefits are designed to support you during your time with us —at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

• 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 salary range for this role is $20.00 - $60.00. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.

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.

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.

About Moderna

Since our founding in2010, 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. 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.

Equal Opportunities

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

Accommodations

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 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 contact the Accommodations team at [e-mail].

Reasonable Accommodation Notice

Moderna will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individualswithknowndisabled…

Export Control Notice

This position may involve access to technology or data that is subject to U.S. export control laws, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, employment is contingent upon the applicant’s ability to access export‑controlled information in accordance with U.S. law. Due to the nature of the work and regulatory requirements, only individuals who qualify as U.S. persons (citizens, permanent residents, asylees, or refugees) are eligible for this position. For this role Moderna is unable to sponsor non‑U.S. persons to apply for an export control license.

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.

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 by 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 does not constitute any type of relationship between the recruiter/agency and Moderna and does not obligate Moderna to pay fees if we hire from those resumes.