Spring Co-Op 2027, CASGEVY Change Management

MFS Investments; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 34,440,000 - 48,216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free 24/7 onsite gym access

Free meals—provided daily

Subsidized transit and parking

Career development opportunities

Intern events

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals is seeking a CASGEVY Change Management Co-Op in Boston, MA. This 6-month program provides hands-on experience in change control, QMS, and lifecycle management within a regulated quality environment.

You will develop AI-enabled content guidance, templates, and participate in an Operational Excellence project to streamline change control planning, prioritization, and tracking from idea to closure.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biotechnology, Quality/Regulatory, Business Operations, or related.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; familiarity with data templates is a plus.
• Interest in quality systems, regulated processes, and applying AI tools to standardize documents and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Support change control activities within a regulated quality environment and contribute to QMS lifecycle management.
• Develop and refine change control templates and AI-guidance aligned with Vertex SOPs.
• Assist an Operational Excellence project to design a lean, AI-enabled change control process from idea to closure.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Strong written and verbal skills

Independent yet collaborative

Interest in quality systems

Interest in AI tools

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biotechnology, Quality/Regulatory, Business Operations

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

# Spring Co-Op 2027, CASGEVY Change ManagementVertex PharmaceuticalsBoston, MAFull-TimeOct 09, 2026Pharmaceutical## Job Description**Job Description****Kickstart Your Career at Vertex!** Are you ready to make a real impact? At Vertex, our mission is to tackle serious diseases and to change lives, for the better, for the future. Our aim is to give you the skills, insights, and career guidance to be an important part of that future; to turn your potential into progression. As a Vertex intern or co-op, you’ll work on meaningful projects, collaborate with talented teams, and learn from industry leaders. We’re passionate about innovation, inclusion, and supporting your growth—inside and outside the lab.**Why Vertex?*** **Real Projects:** You’ll work on assignments that make a real impact, not just busy work.* **Mentorship & Networking:** Connect with leaders and peers who want to see you succeed through professional networks, connections, and collaborations that will shape your longer-term career.* **Flexible & Supportive:** We offer flexible work options with Flex @ Vertex and prioritize your wellbeing.* **Inclusive Culture:** Collaboration and inclusion are embedded in everything we do.* **Career Launchpad:** Build skills, explore career paths, and get guidance for your future career.**Your Impact**The Vertex CASGEVY Change Management Co-Op is a 6-month experiential training program for students currently working towards a undergraduate degree or an advanced degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or other related fields. If you are passionate, collaborative, and growth-minded, a co-op at Vertex will help you gain meaningful experience in our CMTO, Casgevy Manufacturing functional areas and serve as a launchpad for your career.*The application deadline for this co-op is November 15th. Please note that Vertex reviews applications on a rolling basis and reserves the right to close this job posting prior to the listed deadline. Applicants can expect to receive an update about their application before or shortly after the application deadline.***Ready to apply? Submit your application and let’s turn possibilities into reality!****What you will be doing:** The CASGEVY Change Management Co-Op will support change control activities within a regulated quality environment, gaining hands-on experience in QMS, lifecycle management, and operational excellence. The role includes:(1) tracking and transmitting active change controls, including ensuring internal and CMO records remain current and on time. (2) developing change control templates and AI guidance in alignment with Vertex SOPs and best practices. (3) supporting an operational excellence project to create a lean, AI- and systems-enabled solution for change control planning, prioritization, transmission, and tracking from idea to closure. This is an excellent opportunity for a student interested in quality systems, process improvement, and the application of AI in a biotech/pharmaceutical environment.**Key Responsibilities:**1. Transmission and Tracking of Active Change Controls* Support the coordination, transmission, and tracking of active change controls across internal teams and contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs).* Monitor timelines and follow up with stakeholders to help ensure change controls remain on track and are completed on time.* Contribute to status reporting and metrics related to active change controls.2. Template Generation with AI* Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to develop and create change control templates for use across different functional areas.* Support the development of AI-enabled content guidance for change control documentation.* Help create and refine master AI guidelines for drafting change control content in alignment with: Vertex SOPs, Quality and compliance expectations, Change control best practices3. Operational Excellence Project* Work closely with the manager to support an Operational Excellence initiative focused on improving the end-to-end change control process.* Help develop a lean, scalable solution for change control planning, prioritization, transmission, and tracking from idea through closure.**Qualifications:*** Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in: Life Sciences, Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biotechnology, Quality/Regulatory, Business Operations, Or a related discipline* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail* Ability to manage multiple tasks and follow through on deadlines* Strong written and verbal communication skills* Interest in quality systems, regulated processes, and operational improvement* Ability to work independently while collaborating across functional teams* Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint* Familiarity with process improvement, lean principles, or workflow optimization is a plus* Interest in AI tools and content standardization* Experience working with structured data, templates, or documentation systems* Exposure to QMS, lifecycle management, or change control concepts is a plus* Legal authorization to work in the United States, now and in the future. Please note that Vertex does not provide sponsorship for internships/co-ops or entry level roles within this part of the organization.* You must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before May 2027* You must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from January – July 2027**Program Details:*** Full-time, paid co-op $25.00 – 35.00 USD/hour* Program Dates: January – July 2027* Application Deadline: November 15th, 2026**At Vertex, we believe that when you feel your best, you can perform at your best. That’s why our US benefits and global well-being resources are designed to support you.**• Free 24/7 onsite gym access and free access to group exercise classes• Subsidized commuter benefits- transit and parking• Provided meals—free breakfast daily!• Career development opportunities and events, including C Suite engagement• Social events—both intern-only and company-wide• Location-specific perks and extras!